Toyota Matrix vs. Subaru Impreza Outback Sport Review

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport and the Toyota Matrix quite certainly handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Subaru Impreza Outback Sport has a bigger engine than the Toyota Matrix. Remember that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The Subaru Impreza Outback Sport packs quite a punch compared to the Toyota Matrix in terms of torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. The Toyota could learn a lesson or two from the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport regarding pickup.

Utility
The Toyota Matrix and the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
The Toyota Matrix's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Toyota Matrix offers a bit more head room than the Impreza Outback Sport, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Toyota Matrix make it considerably more spacious for your passengers than the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport.

Dimensions
The Subaru Impreza Outback Sport is tremendously more bulky than the Matrix. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport than the Toyota Matrix because of its bigger tank. The Toyota and the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport 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 almost the same to get the Impreza Outback Sport to the dealership as the Toyota Matrix. In terms of gas mileage, the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport is a bit better than the Matrix, but not by much. The Toyota isn't much costlier than the Subaru Impreza Outback Sport in terms of MSRP.

Warranty
The Subaru Impreza Outback Sport and the Toyota have the same basic after-sale protection.