2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 9 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 160 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | i10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
