Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 118 kW@6000 220 Nm@4000 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 224 kW@5000 495 Nm@3750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,366 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,560 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,524 kg | 2,633 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 106 L | -56 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,011 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 993 mm | -74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,275 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 527 L | 34 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 1,557 L | 18.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 3,067 L | -2 L |
2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |