Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Honda Element | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 106.3 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 178.3 in | -8.4 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 69.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 56.5 in | 13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 2701 lb. | 814 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.8 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.0 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.5 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.6 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 54.8 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 52.7 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.1 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 59.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.
2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 0 | Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review |