2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2000 Daewoo Matiz and 2000 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 500 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 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Matiz | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
