Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 103.9 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 178.0 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 69.7 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.0 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 3570 lb. | -505 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.9 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.2 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.7 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.1 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.1 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 50.7 in | -7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.4 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 44.2 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |