2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (450 HP) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 871 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Touareg | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 103 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
