2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 16 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 | 851 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
