| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Nissan cube | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,530 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 3,975 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,250 kg | 1,286 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 50 L | 0 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,240 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,209 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 902 mm | 20 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 323 L | 294 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 1,645 L | 0 L |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2009 Nissan cube Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Unparalleled rear seat room and comfort in this car for passengers. Should be among the easier cars of this size to put a baby seat into the back, if we have children. Our (longer and lower) 2004 Sentra paled in comparison of back seat usability. see full Nissan cube review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Adults can sit there in comfort. see full Nissan cube review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
SEATS ARE COMFY FOR LONG TRIPS. DO NOT BEAT THE HELL OUT OF YOU. see full Nissan cube review |