2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 793 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sienna | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sienna | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
