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Hyundai Elantra GT (2014) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2006 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2014 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2014 2006  
Model Hyundai Elantra GT Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
173 hp@6500
154 lb-ft@4700
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
235 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 107.4 in -3.1 in
Length 169.3 in 188.9 in -19.6 in
Width 70.1 in 72.1 in -2 in
Height 57.9 in 58.0 in -0.1 in
Curb Weight 2855 lb. 3458 lb. -603 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 17.7 gal. -3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 40.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 57.4 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 55.5 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 43.7 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 38.2 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 56.9 in -2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 55.3 in -4.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 37.4 in -2.8 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 6.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 51.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 34.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT

2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT

2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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