2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 11 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 500 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mini |
| Model | Matiz | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2596 mm |
