1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Daewoo Matiz

To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 972 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2005 Daewoo Matiz
Make Chevrolet Daewoo
Model Trans Sport Matiz
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 778 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2350 mm