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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
94 kW@6000
165 Nm@4200
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
103 kW@6000
184 Nm@4600
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,601 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,351 mm 4,475 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,765 mm 0 mm
Height 1,565 mm 1,519 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,215 kg 1,332 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 53 L -3 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,313 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,214 mm 1,336 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 922 mm 925 mm -3 mm
Total Legroom 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 617 L 688 L -71 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,506 L 1,849 L 0 L

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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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