2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Matiz | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |