2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1067 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matiz | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
