2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
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2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Matiz | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |