2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1012 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.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
