2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 932 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Matiz | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
