| Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Mazda Mazda3 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 186 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 107.3 in | -4.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 175.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 56.7 in | 4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 3082 lb. | -17 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.6 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 50.9 in | -7.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Toyota Matrix.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.