Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Scion tC | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 174.0 in | -2.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 69.1 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 55.7 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 2970 lb. | 170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.6 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.3 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.2 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 50.0 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 47.3 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 33.6 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 |
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 |
2010 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 |