Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 244 hp@5750 240 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,775 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,969 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,215 kg | 1,934 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 77 L | -27 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 950 mm | -28 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 980 mm | -980 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,516 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,245 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 450 L | 167 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.8 | 1,348 L | 20.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 2,481 L | -1 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 |
2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |