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2006 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 179.0 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 67.7 in | -6.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3333 lb. | -533 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.8 | 31.7 ft3 | -9.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -20.8 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 Kia Rondo
| 2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
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