2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Matrix and 2005 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Because 2005 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saleen S7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Saleen |
| Model | Matrix | S7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
