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Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. Nissan Altima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Nissan Altima specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Nissan Altima Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Toyota Matrix Nissan Altima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 110.2 in -7.8 in
Length 171.9 in 192.3 in -20.4 in
Width 69.5 in 70.4 in -0.9 in
Height 61.4 in 57.9 in 3.5 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3041 lb. -176 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 20.0 gal. -6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 40.8 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 56.3 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 53.0 in -0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.9 in -2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.6 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 56.0 in -3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 54.5 in -10.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 36.4 in -0.2 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 80.3 in (over 2 rows) -2.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 15.6 ft3 4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 15.6 ft3 45.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Altima

2006 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
People who get into the back seat rant and rave about how much room they have, even with my seat all the way back. see full Nissan Altima review
2005 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Big accommodating backseat. see full Nissan Altima review
2006 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Cramp for a midsized sedan. see full Nissan Altima review
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
front seat squirm!!!! many people have it and it annoys me. see full Nissan Altima review
 
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