2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 440 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 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Logan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
