Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.2 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 174.9 in | 2.5 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.1 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 69.7 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 3276 lb. | -529 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.3 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.2 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.6 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 49.1 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.6 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -52.1 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |