Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 108.3 in | -4 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 180.5 in | -3.1 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 68.9 in | 1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 63.6 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 3457 lb. | -710 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.7 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.5 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.7 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 57.8 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 39.4 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 44.4 ft3 | -30.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -56.7 ft3 |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |