2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 976 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daewoo | Infiniti |
| Model | Matiz | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
