Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6400 181 lb-ft@3900 |
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 SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 104.3 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 179.4 in | 177.4 in | 2 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 69.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 64.7 in | 58.3 in | 6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3358 lb. | 2747 lb. | 611 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 55.6 in | 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 | 38.6 in | 37.6 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.0 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.0 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 56.7 ft3 |
2015 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT AWD |
The front seat seems a bit thin and does require adjustment for comfort after awhile. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |