2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic and 2005 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Hyundai Matrix has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |