2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 4 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
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2004 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Matiz | Multivan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |