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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 175.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 52.8 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2723 lb. | 3064 lb. | -341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 48.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 32.2 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 6.6 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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