Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 98.7 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 161.1 in | 10.8 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 67.9 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 59.0 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 2965 lb. | 175 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.2 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.8 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.7 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 49.3 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 33.5 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Matrix.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.