Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.3 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 177.4 in | -5.5 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 69.9 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.3 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2747 lb. | 118 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.6 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.2 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.1 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 54.0 in | -10.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.0 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 47.3 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review |