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Toyota Matrix (2006) vs. Scion tC (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Scion tC specs.

2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Scion tC Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix

2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Scion tC

2012 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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