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2008 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Scion tC Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Scion tC | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed 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 | 69.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 55.7 in | 5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 2970 lb. | -291 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.6 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 53.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.6 in | 3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 50.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 47.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.6 in | 2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Scion tC
| 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 |
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