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2006 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,796 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,814 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,664 kg | 1,270 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 922 mm | -921 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 617 L | -616 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,900 L | 1,506 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room with sliding rear seat. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The best thing is the flexibility of the cabin configuration. I have tall in-laws and my wife and I are both tall, so the adjustments you can make to the cabin configuration depending on the use are important. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
See above. When we are alone, we put the back seats all the way forward and the front seats all the way back, maximizing hauling space. When accompanied, we change it to maximize rear passenger spce. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The entire cabin is very roomy. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The entire interior is very roomy. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 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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