Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,475 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,519 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,332 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 85 L | -32 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 937 mm | -12 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 688 L | 385 L | 303 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.3 | 1,243 L | 23.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,849 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |