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2008 Toyota Matrix and 2011 Volkswagen Eos Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Eos | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 101.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 173.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 56.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2756 lb. | 3549 lb. | -793 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.8 in | 4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 41.5 in | 11.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 32.5 in | 3.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 42.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Eos
| 2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
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