2007 Toyota RunX vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RunX would be higher. Both 2007 Toyota RunX and 2008 Toyota Matrix are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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 RunX (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RunX | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RunX | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
