Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.7 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 179.8 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.3 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 68.1 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 4123 lb. | -1258 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.9 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.4 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 58.0 in | -14.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.1 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -4.9 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 |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |