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2009 Honda Odyssey and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Honda Odyssey | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 244 hp@5750 240 lb-ft@5000 |
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 Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 102.4 in | 15.7 in |
| Length | 202.1 in | 171.3 in | 30.8 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 69.9 in | 7.2 in |
| Height | 68.8 in | 61.6 in | 7.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4385 lb. | 2800 lb. | 1585 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.5 in | 53.2 in | 10.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 51.7 in | 5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.8 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.1 in | 52.6 in | 10.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.4 in | 47.8 in | 16.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 36.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.5 in | 0.0 in | 48.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 121.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 43.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.4 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 91.1 ft3 | 21.8 | 69.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 147.4 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 94.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Odyssey
| 2009 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Absolutely no complaints here. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
No complaints for the second row. Have never sat in the third row. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Needed comfortable front seats for a large dad (@230) pounds and a tiny grandfather (@95 pounds, 4feet, 5 inches tall). These seats are the best for the comfort of such various sizes. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable and roomy for adults and children alike. Wonderful for those long road trip to disney with the entire family. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2009 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 0 | Just acceptable. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2010 | 0 | These seats kill both my wife and my back on long trips. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2009 | 0 | Why can't manufacturers make the passenger seat as comfortable with as many adjustments as the driver's side? see full Honda Odyssey 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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