| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Nissan Rogue | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 102.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 182.9 in | 171.3 in | 11.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 69.9 in | 1 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 61.6 in | 3.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 2800 lb. | 467 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 52.6 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 47.8 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 36.3 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 28.9 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.9 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| 2008 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD |
Great for long trips and heated seats see full Nissan Rogue review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD |
With leather, power seats allows for height adjustment to LOWER the seat. The non-power seats in the S (not SL) have no height adjustment and are far too high for an average male driver. Wide enough to fit an average 6 ft male. see full Nissan Rogue review |
| 2008 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD |
uncomfortable for 6 ft 2 in driver see full Nissan Rogue review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD |
My previous vehicle, a Lancer had more legroom than this vehicle. see full Nissan Rogue 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 |