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BMW 5-Series (2008) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 BMW 5-Series and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2008 BMW 5-Series and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model BMW 5-Series Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,649 mm 0 mm
Length 4,854 mm 4,506 mm 0 mm
Width 1,847 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Height 1,468 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,590 kg 1,235 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 53 L 17 L
Headroom, Row 1 958 mm 1,016 mm 957 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,377 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 963 mm 955 mm 8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,453 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,372 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 914 mm 889 mm 25 mm
Total Legroom 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 396 L 402 L -6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 5-Series

2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review
2007 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review
2007 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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