2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 605 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
