2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (123 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Matrix | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
