| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Nissan Armada | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 317 hp@4900 385 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 123.2 in | -20.8 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 207.7 in | -35.8 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 79.3 in | -9.8 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 77.2 in | -15.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 5302 lb. | -2162 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -14.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 65.0 in | -11.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 61.3 in | -9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 65.0 in | -12.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 60.8 in | -17.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 41.9 in | -5.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 63.7 in | -63.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.8 in | -48.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 115.9 in (over 3 rows) | -38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 56.7 ft3 | -36.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 97.1 ft3 | -35.6 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Armada.