2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 548 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.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
