2006 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Matrix and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 636 kg more than 2006 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Matrix | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Matrix | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
