2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Rezzo | i40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| 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 | 1270 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
