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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 178.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 2945 lb. | -198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.6 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |
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