2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 206 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Matiz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
