2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |