2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
