2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix

To start off, both 2010 Toyota Highlander and 2010 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 564 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Toyota Highlander 2010 Toyota Matrix
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Highlander Matrix
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1864 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4785 mm 4366 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2789 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 50 L


 

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