1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1194 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 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Daewoo | Tata |
| Model | Matiz | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
