Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra GT | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 119.3 in | -15 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 200.0 in | -30.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 77.4 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 68.9 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 2908 lb. | 4140 lb. | -1232 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 63.8 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 58.4 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.9 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.2 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 64.9 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 67.5 in | -16.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.6 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.8 in | -51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -45.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -20.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 | 94.5 ft3 | -71.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.0 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -97.9 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Like the Elantra Touring which it replaced, the Elantra GT shares few if any visible parts with the Elantra coupe and sedan. Instead, both cars are essentially the European-market Hyundai i30 rebadged and slightly retuned for North American consumption. In Europe, the i30 is offered in two lengths, a hatch and an estate (the Queen's English for "wagon"). With the Elantra Touring, we got the estate. Perhaps because not enough people bought an Elantra Touring, Hyundai decided we'd readily trade functionality for styling. So with the Elantra GT we get the hatchback. While adults no longer have room to stretch, the Elantra GT's rear seat remains roomier than those in the Mazda3 and Ford Focus, but can't quite match the Kia Forte5's interior dimensions. Actually, Mazda claims more rear legroom in its car, but this particular spec seems well out of sync with reality. Even if this wasn't the case, specs aren't everything. Owing to a healthy height off the floor, the Hyundai's rear seat might be the most comfortable in the segment (unless you're tall enough to require more than the modest amount of headroom). A bonus for rear-seat passengers: the Tech Package includes the segment's only panoramic sunroof. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room enough for up to 6 foot adults. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
A comfortable ride. We drove over 500 miles each way on spring break and had no complaints. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Coming from a Volvo the seats are firm in comparison. They aren't the hard pans Honda seems to favor though with good side bolsters, quality cloth that should wear well and decent lumbar support(not adjustable in base). Headrests are adjustable for vertical movement but not forward or back. Driving & Visibility see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2006 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the kids have enough foom they leave each other alone see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I can adjust the seat exactly how I want it see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Two middle seats are bucket seats and VERY comfortable. Leg room in 3rd row is a little limited. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Sits high so short people have a comfortable good view of the road. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The 3rd row seats have enough leg room and the seats themselves are well built. That said, I have not tried the 3rd row seats of close competitors like the Odyssey see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room even for adults see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room to move. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
3 tall teeange boys and they love it cack there. So comfortable! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna is an excellent family vehicle if interior space and overall capability are your priorities. It is comfortable for long family drives and you NEVER run out of space in this car. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have the CE which does not have adjustable lumbar support or 8-way adjustments. The seat has a fixed height, which is a bit too high for me. Also the seat is a bit too deep. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat cushion has an uncomfortable contour at rear of seat and the armrests are uncomfortable. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
At $35,000 I think it could be much better. Hurts more than my Tacoma 4X4 after a long drive. see full Toyota Sienna review |