Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 103.9 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 180.9 in | -9.6 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.7 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 66.4 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3653 lb. | -853 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 53.9 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.0 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.5 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.0 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.0 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | -21.5 ft3 |
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 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |