2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 5 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 357 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 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Matiz | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
