2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 582 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
