Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,366 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,560 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,300 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 85 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 983 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 937 mm | -18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 385 L | 176 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 1,243 L | 18.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |