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2006 Subaru Outback and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,793 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,506 kg | 1,215 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,295 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,120 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 1,011 mm | 992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 922 mm | -61 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 617 L | 332 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,875 L | 1,506 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Outback
| 2006 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The Outback is much smaller (but not cheaper) than the XC70. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very tight and narrow rear seat room. feels much bumpier in the rear seat than the front seat. see full Subaru Outback review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 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 |
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