2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 792 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
