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Honda Civic (2010) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Honda Civic and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2010 Honda Civic and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2010 2009  
Model Honda Civic Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 104.3 in 2 in
Length 176.7 in 177.4 in -0.7 in
Width 69.0 in 69.9 in -0.9 in
Height 56.5 in 58.3 in -1.8 in
Curb Weight 2628 lb. 2723 lb. -95 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.0 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.0 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.7 in 55.6 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.9 in 54.2 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.5 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 37.6 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.4 in 55.1 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 54.0 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 35.0 in -0.4 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 78.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.7 in
Cargo Volume 12.0 ft3 14.2 ft3 -2.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Honda Civic

2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic 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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