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Hyundai Elantra GT (2013) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2008 Subaru Outback specs.

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2013 2008  
Model Hyundai Elantra GT Subaru Outback  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 105.1 in -0.8 in
Length 169.3 in 188.7 in -19.4 in
Width 70.1 in 69.7 in 0.4 in
Height 57.9 in 63.2 in -5.3 in
Curb Weight 2745 lb. 3330 lb. -585 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 16.9 gal. -2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 40.5 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 54.4 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 51.0 in 2.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 44.1 in -2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 39.1 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 53.7 in 1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 52.6 in -1.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 33.9 in 0.7 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3 33.5 ft3 -10.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 51.0 ft3 66.2 ft3 -15.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

2013 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 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

2013 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 2008 Subaru Outback

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
 
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