Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 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 | 171.9 in | 202.5 in | -30.6 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 76.9 in | -7.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 68.9 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 4494 lb. | -1429 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.2 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 63.0 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 64.7 in | -12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.3 in | -0.1 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 | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.8 | 83.0 ft3 | -63.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -79.1 ft3 |
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Routan.