2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Matiz and 2009 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 664 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.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Matiz | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12 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 | 851 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |