| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.2 in | -9.8 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 190.0 in | -18.1 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 71.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 56.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3704 lb. | -839 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.3 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.5 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.0 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.1 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 51.4 in | -7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 48.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Matrix.
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |