Audi A3 (2012) vs. Toyota Matrix (2006) Specs

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2012 Audi A3 and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Audi A3	Toyota Matrix
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800	1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	102.4 in	-0.9 in
Length	168.7 in	171.3 in	-2.6 in
Width	69.5 in	69.9 in	-0.4 in
Height	56.0 in	61.6 in	-5.6 in
Curb Weight	3329 lb.	2800 lb.	529 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	13.2 gal.	1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.1 in	40.6 in	-2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.3 in	53.2 in	1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.7 in	-51.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.8 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.9 in	39.8 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	52.6 in	0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	47.8 in	-47.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.8 in	36.3 in	-1.5 in
Total Legroom	76 in (over 2 rows)	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	-2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.1 ft³	21.8 ft³	-8.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	54.6 ft³	53.2 ft³	1.4 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.

2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review
2005	4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review

2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review
2007	4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review

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