Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 102.4 in | 0 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 171.9 in | 0 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 69.9 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 62.2 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2701 lb. | 164 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.2 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 51.7 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.6 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 47.8 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.3 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | 7.4 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 |
2007 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2007 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It would only fit the 2 kids in their seat. There is a 3rd belt, but the car seats took up the space where the adult would go between them. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Heating/cooling of the rear seats is poor. see full Pontiac Vibe review |