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2006 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 184.1 in | -12.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 74.4 in | -4.5 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 67.9 in | -6.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3846 lb. | -1046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 59.5 in | -6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 55.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.6 in | -6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 55.0 in | -7.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.8 | 34.2 ft3 | -12.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -25 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 2006 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 |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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