Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,893 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,796 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,941 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,215 kg | 2,137 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 85 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,519 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 | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 886 mm | 36 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 909 L | -292 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 2,008 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 |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |