2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Land Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | LR2 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
