2009 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Matrix and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 627 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Matrix | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Matrix | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
