| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Dodge Caliber | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 103.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 173.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 68.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 60.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 2966 lb. | -287 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.6 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.2 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 52.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 49.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I have taken many long trips and the front seats never leave you with any discomfort when getting out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room to stretch out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Nicely shaped seats, roomy, feels much larger inside than it is. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2008 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
With front seats all the way back, limited legroom. Not a big deal see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Not enough rear knee room. Hard to enter and exit the back seat. see full Dodge Caliber review |