Toyota Matrix Toyota Matrix 2006 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

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

2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Toyota Matrix Ford Explorer  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
164 hp@7600
126 lb-ft@4400
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6500
255 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 112.6 in -10.2 in
Length 171.3 in 197.1 in -25.8 in
Width 69.9 in 78.9 in -9 in
Height 61.6 in 70.4 in -8.8 in
Curb Weight 2800 lb. 4557 lb. -1757 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.6 gal. -5.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.6 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 61.3 in -8.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.7 in 57.3 in -5.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 40.6 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 40.5 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 61.0 in -8.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.8 in 56.7 in -8.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 39.8 in -3.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.8 in -37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 50.8 in -50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 40.7 in -40.7 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 113.6 in (over 3 rows) -35.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.8 ft3 21.0 ft3 0.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.8 43.8 ft3 -22
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.2 ft3 80.7 ft3 -27.5 ft3

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix

2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.

Be the first!

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.