| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 102.4 in | 10.5 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 171.3 in | 31.6 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 69.9 in | 6.3 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 61.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3969 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1290 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.6 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 53.2 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 51.7 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 52.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 47.8 in | 8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -33.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Taurus.
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |