| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Honda CR-V | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 190 hp@6000 179 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 184.8 in | -13.5 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 73.5 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 66.2 in | -4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3472 lb. | -672 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 55.6 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.9 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 52.6 in | -4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 41.0 in | -4.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 39.3 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 76.5 ft3 | -23.3 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 2023 Honda CR-V.