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Toyota Matrix (2006) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring specs.

2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Toyota Matrix Hyundai Elantra Touring  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
126 hp@6000
122 lb-ft@4200
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 106.3 in -3.9 in
Length 171.3 in 176.2 in -4.9 in
Width 69.9 in 69.5 in 0.4 in
Height 61.6 in 59.8 in 1.8 in
Curb Weight 2679 lb. 2937 lb. -258 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.0 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.0 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 55.4 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.7 in 53.9 in -2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 43.5 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.4 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 54.7 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.8 in 52.6 in -4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 36.4 in -0.1 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.8 ft3 24.3 ft3 -2.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.2 ft3 65.3 ft3 -12.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix

2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
 
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