2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 720 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
