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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Honda Pilot Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 118 kW@6000 220 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 182 kW@5750 325 Nm@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 | 4,366 mm | 4,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,969 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,560 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,390 kg | 1,934 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 77 L | -27 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,019 mm | 997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 950 mm | -31 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 | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 450 L | 111 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 1,348 L | 18.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 2,481 L | -1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Pilot
| 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 |
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