2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2003 Honda HR-V and 2003 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Matrix. (104 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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, 2003 Hyundai Matrix (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2003 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
