2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc, 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 597 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.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 778 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
