| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Scion tC | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 118 kW@6000 220 Nm@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 119 kW@5700 221 Nm@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,366 mm | 4,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,755 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,560 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,424 kg | 1,347 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 55 L | -5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 930 mm | 68 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,270 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,201 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 853 mm | 66 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,910 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 362 L | 199 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 1,002 L | 0 L |
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 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 |
| 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 |