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2006 Toyota Matrix and 2012 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,616 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 4,559 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,560 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 64 L | -14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 965 mm | -43 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 949 L | -332 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 1,934 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
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