2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Yaris | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
