Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Acura TSX | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.1 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 183.4 in | -12.1 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 69.4 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 57.3 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3345 lb. | -545 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.1 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.4 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.3 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.5 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 54.4 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.2 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 40 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
able to undertake long drives in comfort. Able to enter/leave car without being contortionist. Easy copes with my (very) large body frame. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passengers love the car. Never had any complaints. see full Acura TSX review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
This is a very subjective area, but I found the seat comfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Smaller than comparably priced sedans. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Not enough of it. see full Acura TSX review |