Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Taurus X | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@7600 171 Nm@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,088 mm | 4,351 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,712 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,829 kg | 1,270 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 50 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 922 mm | -921 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 0 mm | 978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,285 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,168 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 853 mm | 0 mm | 853 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 493 L | 617 L | -124 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,342 L | 21.8 | -20.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,413 L | 1,506 L | 1 L |
2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
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 |