2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Passat and 2005 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Matrix.
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2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2005 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |