| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Xterra | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| 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 | 4143 lb. | 2865 lb. | 1278 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 |
| 2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Toyota Matrix.