2011 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | iQ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 32 L |
