Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MAZDA6 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Mazda MAZDA6 to the dealership as the Matrix. Regarding gas mileage, the Toyota Matrix bests the Mazda MAZDA6. Producing an accurate fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Matrix is the winner when it comes to fuel economy. With respect to MSRP, the Toyota Matrix costs tremendously less than the Mazda MAZDA6. The Mazda MAZDA6 will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Toyota Matrix.

Utility
The Matrix and the Mazda MAZDA6 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You indubitably won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mazda MAZDA6 than with the Toyota, because both offer similar ranges. The Mazda's fuel tank will need to be replenished a little more often than the unit in the Toyota.

Comfort
Taller drivers will quite a bit enjoy the extra head room in the Matrix's front cabin compared to the Mazda. While the rear of the Toyota Matrix offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the MAZDA6, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The MAZDA6 is substantially heavier than the Toyota Matrix. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mazda MAZDA6 than the Toyota Matrix because of its bigger tank. The Toyota rides lower than the MAZDA6, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Matrix and the Mazda MAZDA6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
The Toyota Matrix is likely to feel a tad sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Mazda MAZDA6. In terms of horsepower, the MAZDA6 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Matrix down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
The Mazda MAZDA6 and the Toyota Matrix have approximately similar tires. With their similar turning circles, the Matrix and the Mazda MAZDA6 very likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mazda has a more massive engine than the Toyota Matrix. Keep in mind that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The Toyota Matrix could learn a lesson or two from the Mazda MAZDA6 in terms of torque. Torque equals pickup, and the MAZDA6 will have picked up and gone by the time the Toyota Matrix finally gets moving.

Overview
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Matrix isn't quite as generous as the Mazda MAZDA6's.