2004 or 2005 CPO Matrix?

[Whelan]

I'm sure you are all tired of seeing my posts lately, lol. I apologize for the multitude. But I am on the debate of either a 2004 or 2005 XR AWD. I know they changed the headlamps, taillamps and a bit of the body, nothing major. What else has changed, I know the tranny/engines are the same and I am assuming the interiors and gauge lighting are the same, but I wanted to find out from people on here who own both. Does the 04' have an outside temperature gauge and what about seats, bolsters, etc. Thanks in advance.

[ksbrace]

My 04 XR (2WD) has an outside temp gauge. The driver's seat has a manual height adjustment (as well as front/rear slide and back tilt of course). I assume this is the same equipment as the 4WD.

[jnixon]

My advice is to skip the AWD entirely and stick with 2wd. The gas mileage is worse, and AWD only helps you a little bit under special conditions. It wont help you as much as ABS in ice or rain. Not worth the extra $ in my opinion.