Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Ford Transit Connect | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 114.6 in | -12.2 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 180.7 in | -9.4 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.7 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 79.3 in | -17.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2756 lb. | 3425 lb. | -669 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.4 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 51.1 in | -10.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 50.8 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.5 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 50.5 in | -10.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 59.6 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 59.8 in | -12 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.5 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 78.1 ft3 | -56.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 135.3 ft3 | -82.1 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.