2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Matrix 2008 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Matrix 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1599 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1323 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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