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Toyota Matrix (2008) vs. Volkswagen Routan (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Toyota Matrix and 2010 Volkswagen Routan specs.

2008 Toyota Matrix and 2010 Volkswagen Routan Specifications

Model Year 2008 2010  
Model Toyota Matrix Volkswagen Routan  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
126 hp@6000
122 lb-ft@4200
3.8L V6
OHV-2v
197 hp@5200
230 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 121.2 in -18.8 in
Length 171.3 in 202.5 in -31.2 in
Width 69.9 in 76.9 in -7 in
Height 61.6 in 68.9 in -7.3 in
Curb Weight 2756 lb. 4335 lb. -1579 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 20.5 gal. -7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 39.8 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 63.0 in -9.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.7 in 0.0 in 51.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 40.6 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 64.7 in -12.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.8 in 0.0 in 47.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 36.3 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.9 in -37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 62.0 in -62 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.8 in -31.8 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 108.7 in (over 3 rows) -30.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.8 ft3 32.3 ft3 -10.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.8 83.0 ft3 -61.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.2 ft3 141.0 ft3 -87.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix

2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Routan

2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review
 
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