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Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) vs. Ford Escape (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring and 2009 Ford Escape specs.

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Hyundai Elantra Touring Ford Escape  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,619 mm 0 mm
Length 4,475 mm 4,437 mm 0 mm
Width 1,765 mm 1,806 mm 0 mm
Height 1,519 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,332 kg 1,476 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 62 L -9 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,438 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,105 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,389 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,247 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 925 mm 904 mm 21 mm
Total Legroom 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 688 L 827 L -139 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,849 L 1,877 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 
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