1996 Nissan President vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix, 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Matrix |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2601 mm |