| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Subaru Legacy | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 188.7 in | -17.4 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 68.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 58.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3305 lb. | -626 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 51.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 44.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 52.6 in | -4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -13 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 |
| 2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |