2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avanza | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
