Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Scion tC | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 171.3 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 69.9 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 61.6 in | -5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 2800 lb. | 170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.6 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 53.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 51.7 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.8 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 52.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 47.8 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.3 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC 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 |