2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 960 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 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
