Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
|
Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 124.0 in | -21.6 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 204.1 in | -32.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 77.6 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 71.9 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 4012 lb. | -872 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.9 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 63.7 in | -10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 65.6 in | -13.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 41.7 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 66.2 in | -13.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 67.4 in | -23.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 41.3 in | -5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.2 in | -41.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -46.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 87.7 ft3 | -67.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 148.7 ft3 | -87.2 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 |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |