2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Matiz | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Matiz | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |