2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
| Model | Elise | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
