2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2000 Suzuki Swift (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Matiz | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
