

Model Year | 2013 | 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Matrix.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.