2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 12 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 735 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | i40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
