2003 Honda That vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda That would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1761 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That 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, 2008 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That. 2003 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | That | Matrix |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |