| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.9 in | -10.5 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 202.9 in | -31.6 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 76.2 in | -6.3 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 60.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3969 lb. | -1290 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 56.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.9 in | -4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 55.8 in | -8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 33.1 ft3 |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Taurus.