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Toyota Matrix (2010) vs. Subaru Forester (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Subaru Forester specs.

2010 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2010 2009  
Model Toyota Matrix Subaru Forester  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 103.0 in -0.6 in
Length 171.9 in 179.5 in -7.6 in
Width 69.5 in 70.1 in -0.6 in
Height 61.4 in 65.9 in -4.5 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3250 lb. -385 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 16.9 gal. -3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 41.6 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 56.1 in -2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.1 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 40.0 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 55.6 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 38.0 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 33.5 ft3 -13.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 68.3 ft3 -6.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota Matrix

2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Forester

2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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