| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.4 in | 9.8 in |
| Length | 187.6 in | 171.3 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 69.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 61.6 in | 10.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1694 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.6 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.2 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 51.7 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 52.6 in | 5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 47.8 in | 9.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 26.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 21.8 | 27.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
| 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 |