2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2000 Daewoo Matiz and 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 135 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Matiz | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
