2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Matrix | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
