2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Matrix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
