2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Matrix and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Matrix | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Matrix | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |