Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,215 kg | 2,344 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 100 L | -50 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 904 mm | 18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 878 L | -261 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 2,010 L | -1 L |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |