

Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Scion tC | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6000 173 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 174.0 in | -2.7 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.7 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 55.7 in | 5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3110 lb. | -310 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 52.6 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.1 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 48.5 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.6 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC review |