2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Matrix (142 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Matrix | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |