2004 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Matrix and 2004 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. 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 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Matrix.
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2004 Hyundai Matrix | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Matrix | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |