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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 112.5 in | -8.2 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 187.8 in | -10.4 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 72.5 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2723 lb. | 3761 lb. | -1038 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 54.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 51.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 39.9 in | -4.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -49.5 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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