2005 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Honda Vamos 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Honda Vamos.
Because 2005 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Vamos | 2005 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Vamos | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
