2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Avalanche | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
