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BMW Z4 (2008) vs. Toyota Matrix (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 BMW Z4 and 2012 Toyota Matrix specs.

2008 BMW Z4 and 2012 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model BMW Z4 Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.2 in 102.4 in -4.2 in
Length 161.9 in 171.9 in -10 in
Width 70.1 in 69.5 in 0.6 in
Height 49.9 in 61.4 in -11.5 in
Curb Weight 3108 lb. 2865 lb. 243 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.3 in 40.5 in -3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.5 in 53.3 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.3 in -52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 41.6 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.3 in -39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.6 in -52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 43.7 in -43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.2 in -36.2 in
Total Legroom 42 in (over 1 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) -35.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.2 ft3 19.8 ft3 -10.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.2 ft3 61.5 ft3 -52.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW Z4

2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 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
2012 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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