2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
