Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra GT | Acura RL | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 110.2 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 193.6 in | -24.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1157 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.5 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.5 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.1 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 54.0 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.3 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 37.9 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Like the Elantra Touring which it replaced, the Elantra GT shares few if any visible parts with the Elantra coupe and sedan. Instead, both cars are essentially the European-market Hyundai i30 rebadged and slightly retuned for North American consumption. In Europe, the i30 is offered in two lengths, a hatch and an estate (the Queen's English for "wagon"). With the Elantra Touring, we got the estate. Perhaps because not enough people bought an Elantra Touring, Hyundai decided we'd readily trade functionality for styling. So with the Elantra GT we get the hatchback. While adults no longer have room to stretch, the Elantra GT's rear seat remains roomier than those in the Mazda3 and Ford Focus, but can't quite match the Kia Forte5's interior dimensions. Actually, Mazda claims more rear legroom in its car, but this particular spec seems well out of sync with reality. Even if this wasn't the case, specs aren't everything. Owing to a healthy height off the floor, the Hyundai's rear seat might be the most comfortable in the segment (unless you're tall enough to require more than the modest amount of headroom). A bonus for rear-seat passengers: the Tech Package includes the segment's only panoramic sunroof. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room enough for up to 6 foot adults. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
A comfortable ride. We drove over 500 miles each way on spring break and had no complaints. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Coming from a Volvo the seats are firm in comparison. They aren't the hard pans Honda seems to favor though with good side bolsters, quality cloth that should wear well and decent lumbar support(not adjustable in base). Headrests are adjustable for vertical movement but not forward or back. Driving & Visibility see full Hyundai Elantra GT review |
2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |