Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Mercury Montego | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.9 in | -10.5 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 200.9 in | -29.6 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 74.5 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 61.5 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3656 lb. | -856 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.8 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 53.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.6 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.6 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 41.9 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 83.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 32 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Mercury Montego Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
It is huge. see full Mercury Montego review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
My parents are aging & dad has a replaced hip. The height of both the front & rear seats makes it easier to get in & out of the car. see full Mercury Montego review |