2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Matiz and 2009 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 848 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 2009 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Daewoo | Infiniti |
| Model | Matiz | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
