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Toyota Matrix (2011) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2011 Toyota Matrix and 2006 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Toyota Matrix Volkswagen Passat  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 106.7 in -4.3 in
Length 171.9 in 188.2 in -16.3 in
Width 69.5 in 71.7 in -2.2 in
Height 61.4 in 58.0 in 3.4 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3305 lb. -440 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.5 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 38.4 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 55.7 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.4 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.8 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 54.6 in -2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 37.7 in -1.5 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 79.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 14.2 ft3 5.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 14.2 ft3 47.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix

2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat

2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good amount of rear leg room see full Volkswagen Passat review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of room in the front seat without squeezing the backseat. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of room in the back seats. Room for three comfortably. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Firm, but not hard, adj lumbar, good wearing materials see full Volkswagen Passat review
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Soft, well supporting seats see full Volkswagen Passat review
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for adults see full Volkswagen Passat review
2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My two teenagers complain that the rear seat cushion is low and not very comfortable to sit on for long distances. the leg room is great. see full Volkswagen Passat review
 
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