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Hyundai Elantra (2011) vs. Kia Sorento (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Kia Sorento specs.

2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Hyundai Elantra Kia Sorento  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
242 hp@6000
228 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,710 mm 0 mm
Length 4,529 mm 4,590 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,862 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,225 kg 1,852 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 48 L 80 L -32 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,008 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,359 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,107 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 1,003 mm 941 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,392 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,339 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 841 mm 917 mm -76 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 419 L 898 L -479 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.8 1,880 L 13.8

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Elantra

2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sorento

2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review
 
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