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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Toyota Matrix (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Subaru Forester and 2007 Toyota Matrix specs.

2012 Subaru Forester and 2007 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2012 2007  
Model Subaru Forester Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 102.4 in 0.6 in
Length 179.5 in 171.3 in 8.2 in
Width 70.1 in 69.9 in 0.2 in
Height 65.9 in 61.6 in 4.3 in
Curb Weight 3250 lb. 2679 lb. 571 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 13.2 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.6 in 40.6 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 53.2 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 51.7 in -51.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.8 in 1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 39.8 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.6 in 52.6 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 47.8 in -47.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 36.3 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 21.8 ft3 11.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.3 ft3 53.2 ft3 15.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester

2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Matrix

2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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