2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 692 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Corvette | Matiz |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |