2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 404 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
