Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 236 hp@5200 266 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 109.8 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 189.2 in | -17.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 75.2 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 69.3 in | -7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 4045 lb. | -980 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.2 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 55.4 in | -11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -22.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 36.6 ft3 | -16.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |