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Toyota Matrix (2006) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

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
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,601 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,351 mm 4,676 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,565 mm 1,725 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,270 kg 1,745 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 75 L -25 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,313 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,214 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 922 mm 935 mm -13 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 884 mm -884 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,369 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,133 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 617 L 283 L 334 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.8 968 L -946.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,506 L 2,214 L -1 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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