Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,366 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,560 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,390 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 48 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,006 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 991 mm | -72 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 671 L | -110 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 1,512 L | 0 L |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |