2001 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Matrix and 2001 Toyota Altezza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Matrix | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Matrix | Altezza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |