| Model Year | 2023 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Carnival | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 102.4 in | 19.3 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 171.3 in | 31.7 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 69.9 in | 8.6 in |
| Height | 68.5 in | 61.6 in | 6.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1697 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.2 in | 53.2 in | 11 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 51.7 in | 8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 52.6 in | 10.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 47.8 in | 18.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.5 in | 0.0 in | 59.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.2 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 86.9 ft3 | 21.8 | 65.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.1 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 91.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
| 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 |