Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 94 kW@6000 165 Nm@4200 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 114 kW@4900 251 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,756 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 5,022 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,250 kg | 1,507 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 68 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 973 mm | -51 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 479 L | 138 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 16.9 | -15.9 L |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2007 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |