Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 101.2 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 159.3 in | 12 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 67.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 57.3 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 2483 lb. | 317 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.4 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 52.1 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.8 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.1 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 51.2 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 31.1 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.