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Hyundai Elantra (2009) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

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 2,649 mm 2,858 mm 0 mm
Length 4,506 mm 4,770 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,842 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,684 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,235 kg 1,706 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 71 L -18 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,039 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,412 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,377 mm 1,387 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,105 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 996 mm -41 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,372 mm 1,298 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 1,013 mm 888 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 402 L 892 L -490 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.2 1,804 L 13.2

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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