2001 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Matrix and 2001 Nissan MM were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Matrix | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Matrix | MM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
