Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 4,366 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,765 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,043 kg | 1,390 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 919 mm | -918 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 561 L | 34 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 19.8 | -18.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 1,741 L | 1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |