2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 354 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Matiz | 207 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
