2005 Honda That vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda That would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | That | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
