2010 Toyota Matrix vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2010 Toyota Matrix and 2010 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Matrix | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Matrix | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4394 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |