2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 505 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |