2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Matiz and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 182 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
