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Hyundai Elantra (2009) vs. Ford Focus (2012) Specs

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

2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Hyundai Elantra Ford Focus  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
160 hp@6500
146 lb-ft@4450
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,649 mm 2,649 mm 0 mm
Length 4,506 mm 4,534 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,824 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,246 kg 1,336 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 47 L 6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 973 mm -972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,412 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,377 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,105 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 965 mm -10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,372 mm 1,339 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 843 mm 46 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 402 L 374 L 28 L

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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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review
 
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