2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 94 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Smart | Daewoo |
| Model | ForFour | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
