2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Matrix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Traviq | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
