2011 Holden Calais vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2011 Holden Calais and 2011 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2011 Holden Calais is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Calais | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
