Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 118.9 in | -16.5 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 202.0 in | -30.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 78.3 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 69.3 in | -7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 4387 lb. | -1247 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 63.2 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 59.2 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 65.3 in | -12.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 65.9 in | -22.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.9 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -38.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 80.1 ft3 | -60.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -80 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |