Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 3,302 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,506 mm | 5,621 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 2,009 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,246 kg | 2,649 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 117 L | -64 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,016 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,582 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 993 mm | -104 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 1,288 L | 401 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 2,863 L | 12.2 |
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear set has an upright feel, mor like a couch than most cars, esp GM products. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can fit my two young children with their car seats and my teenage son has room to sit in the back and text for hours. More comfortable seats than my extended cab 1500. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Hard to fit a car seat back there. That should give you some idea. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
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