2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
