2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 2011 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Matrix | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Matrix | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |