2006 Toyota Matrix vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix will offer significantly more control. 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Matrix | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Matrix | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |