2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2010 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
