| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Amanti | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 220 lb-ft@3500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 102.4 in | 7.8 in |
| Length | 196.0 in | 171.9 in | 24.1 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 69.5 in | 3.3 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 61.4 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2865 lb. | 1147 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 53.3 in | 4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 52.3 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 41.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 52.6 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 43.7 in | 10.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -46 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Kia Amanti.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Toyota Matrix.