2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Matrix | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
