Outback vs. Matrix

[lkreh]

You're entitled to an opinion and I have no reasons to defend Subaru,
but it bothers me that your opinion is so far off base. The statistics
do not show any major disparity in resale in quality between Toyota and
Subaru. Check out www.edmunds.com or consumer reports or some other
survey. You'll find that you're wrong.

-LK

 

[sjmdesigns]

Can't say much for the matrix. But, My wife and I own a 01 Outback
(base with Auto Tranny) and a Forester S (Auto Tranny).

Both cars after 4 years have been just fantastic. We keep them washed
and waxed and they look new and run great. Only trouble we have had is
the Oxygen Sensors in the cars went early and both replaced under
warranty.

My next car is definitly gonna be the Legacy GT Limited. Love the look
and the extra horsepower.

I had a 90 Prelude and ater 2 years there were rattles and weird sounds
coming from the dash. Both our Subies after 4 years are still quiet and
smooth. Not a peep under the dashboards. The Honda was a great car, and
I had it for 11 years. However, after the 7th year, rust started to
show and the "luster" of the paint started to fade after 6 years.

We really like out subies.

 

[Hal Whelply]

...I had a 90 Prelude and ater 2 years there were rattles and weird sounds
coming from the dash.

I had a '93 (next generation) Prelude; no squeaks and rattles ever, in 8
years of ownership, and about 85K miles.

...The Honda was a great car, and
I had it for 11 years. However, after the 7th year, rust started to
show and the "luster" of the paint started to fade after 6 years.

Not so with my '93. Paint always looked good. On any car, it helps to wax
regularly.

We really like out subies.

Only have my first, but I like it very much. Going on 16 months and 20K
miles of trouble-free driving.

HW

 

[coopm57]

I test drove a lot of cars before I bought my Subuaru Baja, including
two Matrixes, I remember thinking "I like that car" when I left the
Toyota lot. Then I drove a Subaru and clearly thought, "I really WANT
this car". Just take each one for a test drive, and put your foot in
'em. You'd have to be pretty numb not to notice how much "happier" the
Subie feels at higher RPM's. I'm sure they're both great cars though,
choose with your own criteria.