2012 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix

To start off, both 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla.

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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Toyota Corolla 2012 Toyota Matrix
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Matrix
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1466 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2601 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L