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Honda Insight (2011) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Honda Insight and 2008 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2011 Honda Insight and 2008 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Honda Insight Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,550 mm 2,649 mm 0 mm
Length 4,376 mm 4,506 mm 0 mm
Width 1,694 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Height 1,427 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,235 kg 1,235 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 40 L 53 L -13 L
Headroom, Row 1 975 mm 1,016 mm 974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,339 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,311 mm 1,377 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,074 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 912 mm 955 mm -43 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,280 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,237 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 851 mm 889 mm -38 mm
Total Legroom 1,925 mm (over 2 rows) 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 450 L 402 L 48 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 892 L 14.2 877.8 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Honda Insight

2011 Honda Insight Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
For my 6-3 height, I had plenty of leg room. see full Honda Insight review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
The seats are form fitting and feel like sports car seats with a lot of side support and back support. see full Honda Insight review
2011 Honda Insight Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Rear seat is super uncomfortable to get in and out of if you are tall. see full Honda Insight review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
For tall people, its a no go. Did not like it one bit and had to think about this short fall if I ever wanted to carry friends. Luckly I normally drive alone see full Honda Insight review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
This is a glaring issue with the Insight. Leg room is for children and my head hits the roof and a little bit of the rear hatch. There is a warning sticker about making sure go watch the heads of your rear seat passengers when closing the hatch. see full Honda Insight review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Poor head room for tall people. see full Honda Insight 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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