2008 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2010 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 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Rover | Daewoo |
| Model | 45 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 17 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 | 1180 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
