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Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. Subaru Legacy (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2011 Subaru Legacy specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2011 Subaru Legacy Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Toyota Matrix Subaru Legacy  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 108.3 in -5.9 in
Length 171.9 in 186.4 in -14.5 in
Width 69.5 in 71.7 in -2.2 in
Height 61.4 in 59.3 in 2.1 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3400 lb. -535 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.5 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 40.3 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 56.3 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.0 in -1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.5 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 56.1 in -3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 37.8 in -1.6 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 80.8 in (over 2 rows) -3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 14.7 ft3 5.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 14.7 ft3 46.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 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
2012 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 2011 Subaru Legacy

2011 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Wide rear door openings make ingress & egress from back seat very easy. Commodious rear seat room. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can put adults back there, unlike the previous 2 WRXs. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Good sized back seat, could fit two adults very comfortably with plenty of legroom. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review
 
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