Toyota Matrix vs. Ford Focus Review

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Ford and the Toyota Matrix quite certainly handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Toyota and the Focus have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Focus.

Utility
The Toyota Matrix and the Focus can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
The Matrix's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Focus.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Toyota Matrix's front cabin compared to the Ford Focus. While the rear of the Toyota Matrix offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Ford Focus, there really isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Toyota Matrix's tank is about the same size as the Ford Focus's, though the Focus's is slightly larger. The Toyota Matrix and the Ford Focus compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Ford Focus to the dealership as the Matrix. When it comes to fuel economy, the Focus has the Toyota Matrix beat. Producing an accurate gas mileage evaluation is so tricky that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Ford Focus is the winner in terms of gas mileage. When it comes to MSRP, the Toyota Matrix costs substantially more than the Ford Focus. The Toyota will cost you a lots_of_money in gas every year compared to the Ford Focus.

Overview
The Ford Focus and the Toyota have the same basic warranty.