Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 98.0 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 160.1 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 66.8 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.0 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2587 lb. | 278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.1 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 50.6 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.2 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 49.0 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 49.2 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 31.2 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | 35.5 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 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |