2011 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lotus Elise | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
Model | Elise | Matiz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |