| Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 235 hp@4500 258 lb-ft@1600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 117.3 in | -14.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 195.5 in | -23.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 78.4 in | -8.9 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 67.8 in | -6.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 4123 lb. | -1058 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 61.5 in | -8.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 60.6 in | -8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.4 in | -4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 82 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 40.3 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 77.8 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Toyota Matrix.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.