| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Nissan Xterra | Toyota Matrix | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 178.7 in | 171.9 in | 6.8 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 69.5 in | 3.3 in |
| Height | 74.9 in | 61.4 in | 13.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4150 lb. | 2865 lb. | 1285 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.3 in | 5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.3 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 52.6 in | 5.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 43.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
| 2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
| 2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |