2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Matiz | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
