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Hyundai Elantra (2009) vs. Kia Rio (2012) Specs

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

2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Kia Rio Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Hyundai Elantra Kia Rio  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@4850
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,649 mm 2,570 mm 0 mm
Length 4,506 mm 4,366 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,246 kg 1,123 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 43 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,412 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,377 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,105 mm 1,113 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 955 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,372 mm 1,300 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 790 mm 99 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 402 L 388 L 14 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
 

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