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Toyota Matrix (2011) vs. Pontiac Grand Prix (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix specs.

2011 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Toyota Matrix Pontiac Grand Prix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 110.5 in -8.1 in
Length 171.9 in 198.3 in -26.4 in
Width 69.5 in 71.6 in -2.1 in
Height 61.4 in 55.9 in 5.5 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3477 lb. -612 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 17.0 gal. -3.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 38.8 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 58.0 in -4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 54.5 in -2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.2 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 36.2 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 54.8 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 54.3 in -10.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 36.2 in 0 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 78.4 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 16.0 ft3 3.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 16.0 ft3 45.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix

2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front of the GXP is great - heated leather seats, plenty of seat adjustments, and the controls are all pointed at the driver. Even on a 20 hour trip, I had no issues with discomfort. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review
2007 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Front seats are nicely bolstered and are adjustable in every aspect. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review
2007 4dr Sedan supercharged 260hp 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
The seats support completely without the need to squirm around on ling trips see full Pontiac Grand Prix review
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Seats sit too low and are too hard. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review
 
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