2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Kia Picanto and 2007 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2007 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
