2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 4 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 742 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 2007 Ford GT 500 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
