2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 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 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Mini | Daewoo |
| Model | Cooper | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
