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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Lexus GX Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Lexus GX | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 109.8 in | -5.5 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 188.2 in | -10.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 74.0 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 74.6 in | -16.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 4871 lb. | -2124 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.5 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -25 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 49.7 ft3 | -35.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -63.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus GX
| 2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
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