2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Entourage | Matrix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |