Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Ford Flex | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,506 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,235 kg | 2,028 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 73 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,029 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 1,125 mm | 888 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,044 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 549 L | -147 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 1,274 L | 13.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 2,455 L | 12.2 |
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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |