2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
