1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 1999 Daewoo Matiz and 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 914 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matiz | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
