Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Dodge Journey | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,891 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,887 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,692 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,762 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 78 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 853 mm | 69 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,105 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,016 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 594 mm | -594 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,484 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 303 L | 314 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.8 | 1,048 L | 20.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 1,914 L | 0 L |
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 |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |