2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 905 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
