2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Matrix | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |