2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |