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2006 Toyota Matrix and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 188.0 in | -16.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 59.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2800 lb. | 3512 lb. | -712 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.7 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.6 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 2006 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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