

Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.6 in | -10.2 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 197.1 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 78.9 in | -9.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 70.4 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 4503 lb. | -1438 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 61.3 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 57.3 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.5 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 61.0 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 56.7 in | -13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 39.8 in | -3.6 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 | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -24 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -19.2 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.