2013 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 2 and 2013 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 437 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2. 2013 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mazda 2 | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
