2012 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai ix35 and 2012 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 2012 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai ix35 | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | ix35 | Matrix |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |