| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Nissan Maxima | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 111.2 in | -8.8 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 193.5 in | -21.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 71.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 58.3 in | 3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3579 lb. | -714 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.9 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.3 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.5 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 54.8 in | -11.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.5 in | -0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 4.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 46 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 2007 Nissan Maxima.