Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Toyota Camry | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 190 hp@5800 197 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 107.1 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 189.2 in | -17.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.7 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.7 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 3340 lb. | -275 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.5 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.4 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.7 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 54.1 in | -10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.8 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2006 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have arthritis and it is great to have a seat that i can lower and slide way back. Not just great - it was important in the purchase decision. . see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat is large and lots of leg room. Nice feature is the center armrest, which many cars in this price range do not have. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 187-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Very big seat area for a big person. Easy to get in and out of. see full Toyota Camry review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The wings are not angled up too steeply for my wide, creaky hips. I still need a two-inch foam insert to see properly and compensate for the lack of OEM padding in the seat, though. see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
These seats seem to have been designed for someone 250 pounds. Wide, flat, and no proper support for your back. While this has a lumbar support for the driver, the poor seat design makes this uncomfortable for long trips. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It could not seat three adults, while the Ford could easily seat three large people, and give them limo-like legroom. see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
ok, but not as roomy as the azera see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
knees touching the back of the front seat (after i adjusted the front seat to how i would sit) see full Toyota Camry review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Hand parking brake uncomfortable to right leg on long trips. see full Toyota Camry review |