Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 75 kW@6000 133 Nm@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 94 kW@6000 165 Nm@4200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,950 mm | 4,351 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,070 kg | 1,250 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 50 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,031 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,293 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 1,011 mm | 939 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,189 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 922 mm | -38 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 377 L | 617 L | -240 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 765 L | 1,506 L | 764 L |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
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 |