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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2006 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2006 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Ford Escape Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,619 mm 2,609 mm 0 mm
Length 4,437 mm 4,519 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,476 kg 1,263 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 55 L 7 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,346 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 965 mm 31 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 889 mm 15 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 827 L 569 L 258 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 1,048 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Elantra

2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Can fit my two young children with their car seats and my teenage son has room to sit in the back and text for hours. More comfortable seats than my extended cab 1500. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Rear set has an upright feel, mor like a couch than most cars, esp GM products. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Lots of leg room, even for a full size adult. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2006 0 I think the car is pretty comfortable for an average person. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2006 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I find it to be very comfortable. The back seat lacks leg room for three people to fit comfortably. If an adult is in the front then the person behind has little leg room. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2006 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Fits four rugby players comfortably. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Hard to fit a car seat back there. That should give you some idea. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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