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Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. Ford Escape (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Ford Escape specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Toyota Matrix Ford Escape  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6000
162 lb-ft@4000
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
200 hp@6000
193 lb-ft@4850
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,601 mm 2,621 mm 0 mm
Length 4,366 mm 4,442 mm 0 mm
Width 1,765 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,560 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,390 kg 1,486 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 62 L -12 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,029 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,328 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 996 mm 2 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,110 mm 1,247 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 919 mm 904 mm 15 mm
Total Legroom 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 561 L 830 L -269 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,741 L 1,877 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review
2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 
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