2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 721 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 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Matiz | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
