Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Freestyle | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.3 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 200.1 in | 176.2 in | 23.9 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 69.5 in | 5.4 in |
Height | 68.3 in | 59.8 in | 8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3959 lb. | 2969 lb. | 990 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.4 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.5 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 54.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 52.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.4 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.9 in | 0.0 in | 45.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.8 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 24.3 | 23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.1 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |