2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 577 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |