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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
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 (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (162 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 Hyundai Matrix has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |