2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Matrix | Accent |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
