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 | 2,601 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,775 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,593 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 70 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 958 mm | -36 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 1,014 L | 616 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 1,747 L | 0 L |
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 |
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 |