2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
