2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fusion and 2004 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Matrix (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2004 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fusion | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
