2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto.
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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
