Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.2 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 187.6 in | -15.7 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 72.8 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 72.4 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 4373 lb. | -1308 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.3 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.5 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.4 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 57.6 in | -13.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.2 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 49.2 ft3 | -29.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -17.7 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |