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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 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 | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,366 mm | 4,676 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,560 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,390 kg | 1,745 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 75 L | -25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,006 mm | 997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 935 mm | -16 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 | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 283 L | 278 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 968 L | -948.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 2,214 L | -1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix
| 2012 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 |
| 2012 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 |
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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