Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 141 hp@6000 137 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 106.3 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 176.2 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 69.5 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 59.8 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2587 lb. | 2969 lb. | -382 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.4 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.9 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.5 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 54.7 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 52.6 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.4 in | -5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -39.3 ft3 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable, adjustable, and sit high to give the driver and passenger a good view of the road ahead, and are wide and not narrow like you find in the competition. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
no other small car provides rear passenger comfort like the Hyundai Elantra Touring. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Front Seats have plenty of room, I am 6'4"and find there is a lot of room. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Being quite a tall guy one of my favourite tests is to set the front seat in my position and then get in the back seat. In the touring I have at least 4" of knee room. Great for long trips. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable but do not hold you in position during aggressive driving see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |