2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, both 2000 Daewoo Matiz and 2000 Ford Contour were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 578 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Matiz | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |