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Honda CR-V (2006) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Honda CR-V and 2008 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2006 Honda CR-V and 2008 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Honda CR-V Hyundai Elantra  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
156 hp@5900
160 lb-ft@3600
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.3 in 104.3 in -1 in
Length 181.0 in 177.4 in 3.6 in
Width 70.2 in 69.9 in 0.3 in
Height 66.2 in 58.3 in 7.9 in
Curb Weight 3318 lb. 2747 lb. 571 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.3 gal. 14.0 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 40.0 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 55.6 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.5 in 54.2 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.5 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.1 in 37.6 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 55.1 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 54.0 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in 35.0 in 4.4 in
Total Legroom 80.7 in (over 2 rows) 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 2.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 14.2 ft3 19.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.0 ft3 14.2 ft3 57.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda CR-V

2006 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD
The leather front drivers seat and passenger is very comfortable,much more so then my 2002 Honda accord se. The leather is cold in the winter but the heated seats help a lot. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Spaciousness see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Rear seats are quite comfortable for passengers and have plenty of legroom. Entry/exit is easy. No hesitation to drive friends to a show / dinner theater /etc. where they have to stay in back an hour or more. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD
steering wheel doesnt hit knees. see full Honda CR-V review
2006 4dr SUV 156-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD
With the lack of a center console, the front feels very open and airy. see full Honda CR-V review
2005 4dr SUV 160-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Surprising comfort on long trips, excellent leg room with rear seats all the way back. Great visibility for rear passengers. see full Honda CR-V review
2006 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD
Extremely cramped for me - just hated the interior and could not get past the legroom see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
No room for other passengers with a baby seat in the middle. see full Honda CR-V review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Elantra

2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
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
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
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 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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