2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 2,030 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1267 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.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Matrix | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2745 mm |
