2013 Toyota Matrix vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, both 2013 Toyota Matrix and 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Toyota Matrix | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Matrix | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4365 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
