Toyota Matrix very similar to Pontiac Vibe: Toyota product ...

22/08/2008 06:43. (The Daily Item, Sunbury, Pa. Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Aug. 21--About the same time I test drove, the Toyota Matrix, I also reviewed a Pontiac Vibe. I had a hard time telling the difference. Turns out, they are pretty much the same car. Though the Pontiac seems to be a little more inexpensive.

As one online reader opined: The Toyota might be the better value in the long run since the Matrix may depreciate less rapidly than its American cousin.

Even if they are essentially the same car.

So, depending on how you look at it, you can win either way. Or lose either way, if you're a glass half-empty sort of person.

Both cars are zippy and eye-catching. The exteriors do hear hallmarks of their respective brands. So, if you like the look of Pontiacs, then you will undoubtedly prefer the... // TMCnet