| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Dodge Avenger | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 190.9 in | -19.6 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 58.9 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3568 lb. | -768 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.4 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 53.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.3 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.2 in | -5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 39.8 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 |
| 2009 Dodge Avenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It fits three teenagers easily see full Dodge Avenger review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of interior space, seats are pretty comfortable. see full Dodge Avenger review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy rear seat both in terms of legroom, head and shoulder room. Easy to enter and exit, especially when you have a child in a car seat, plenty of room to work around. The split rear seat folds down for extra cargo room if needed. see full Dodge Avenger review |