| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Scion tC | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 4,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,755 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,347 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 55 L | -5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 930 mm | -929 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,270 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,201 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 853 mm | 69 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,910 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 362 L | 255 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 1,002 L | 0 L |
| 2006 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 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 |
| 2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
| 2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |