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Suzuki Grand Vitara (2006) vs. Toyota Matrix (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2012 Toyota Matrix specs.

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2012 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Suzuki Grand Vitara Toyota Matrix  
Engine 2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
184 lb-ft@4000
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6000
162 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 102.4 in 1.5 in
Length 176.0 in 171.9 in 4.1 in
Width 71.3 in 69.5 in 1.8 in
Height 66.7 in 61.4 in 5.3 in
Curb Weight 3635 lb. 3360 lb. 275 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 13.2 gal. 4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.5 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 53.3 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 52.3 in 3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.6 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 39.3 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.6 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 44.0 in 43.7 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.2 in 36.2 in 1 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.4 ft3 19.8 ft3 4.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.9 ft3 61.5 ft3 7.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
Roomy and comfortable for 2 adults, can hold 3 for shorter drives. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review
2006 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
The front seat is very comfortable. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
I get a very sore ass during long road trips. Steering wheel is too thick and hard. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review
2006 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
The Leather seats are way to hard for any trip over one-hundred miles! see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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