2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |