1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Matiz | 207 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
