2012 Toyota Matrix vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2012 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Matrix | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Matrix | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
