2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Daewoo Matiz and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. 2004 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
