| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.9 in | -3.5 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 178.1 in | -6.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 72.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 66.3 in | -4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3515 lb. | -836 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.0 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.3 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 52.4 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -14.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Escape.