2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2005 ZAZ Tavrija
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Matrix and 2005 ZAZ Tavrija were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2005 ZAZ Tavrija | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | Matrix | Tavrija |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
