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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Acura RDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Acura RDX | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 180.7 in | -3.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 73.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 65.2 in | -6.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2723 lb. | 3968 lb. | -1245 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 54.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.0 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -46.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RDX
| 2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats. As much room as an X3,X5 or RX see full Acura RDX review |
| 2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review |
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