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Mazda Mazda2 (2012) vs. Toyota Matrix (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2010 Toyota Matrix specs.

2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2010 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2012 2010  
Model Mazda Mazda2 Toyota Matrix  
Engine 1.5L I4
DOHC-4v
100 hp@6000
98 lb-ft@4000
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
132 hp@6000
128 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.0 in 102.4 in -4.4 in
Length 155.5 in 171.9 in -16.4 in
Width 66.7 in 69.5 in -2.8 in
Height 58.1 in 61.4 in -3.3 in
Curb Weight 2306 lb. 2965 lb. -659 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.3 gal. 13.2 gal. -1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.5 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 53.3 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.9 in 52.3 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.6 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 39.3 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.2 in 52.6 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.8 in 43.7 in 3.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 36.2 in -1.4 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) -0.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.3 ft3 19.8 ft3 -6.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.0 ft3 61.5 ft3 -34.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda2

2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota Matrix

2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review
2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review
 
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