2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 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 Highlander (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |