2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Matiz and 2005 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Daewoo Matiz and 2005 Hyundai Atos are equipped with a 796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 22 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 Hyundai Atos (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. 2005 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
