2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 829 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
