2009 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
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2009 Honda Element | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |