2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
