2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2002 Daewoo Matiz and 2002 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Matiz | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Matiz | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |