2008 Toyota Matrix vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Matrix | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Matrix | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
