Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 118.2 in | -15.8 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 200.2 in | -28.9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 78.1 in | -8.2 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 68.4 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 5015 lb. | -2215 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -13.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.7 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.1 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.8 | 40.1 ft3 | -18.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -35.5 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 |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |