1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | City |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
