2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |