2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 706 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Matiz | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
