2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | Ibiza | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
