Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-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 | 171.9 in | 184.1 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 74.4 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 67.9 in | -6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 3846 lb. | -781 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 59.5 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.8 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.6 in | -6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 55.0 in | -11.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.8 in | -0.6 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 | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 34.2 ft3 | -14.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
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 |