2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 2001 Daewoo Matiz and 2001 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
