Hyundai Elantra (2020) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2007) Specs

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2020 Hyundai Elantra and 2007 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year	2020	2007
Model	Hyundai Elantra	Mazda CX-9
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	113.2 in	-6.9 in
Length	181.9 in	199.6 in	-17.7 in
Width	70.9 in	76.2 in	-5.3 in
Height	56.5 in	68.1 in	-11.6 in
Curb Weight	3131 lb.	4312 lb.	-1181 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	20.1 gal.	-6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.6 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	59.4 in	-3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.4 in	56.5 in	-3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	40.9 in	1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	38.8 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	58.7 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	56.0 in	-4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	39.8 in	-4.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	35.4 in	-35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	56.9 in	-56.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	43.7 in	-43.7 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	113.1 in (over 3 rows)	-35.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.4 ft³	17.2 ft³	-2.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.4	47.5 ft³	-33.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.4 ft³	100.7 ft³	-86.3 ft³

2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2021	Though adjustments to their shape are limited to power lumbar, the new Hyundai Elantra's well-bolstered front seats fit me especially well. Your size and shape likely differ from mine, so impressions of seat comfort will vary. Whether they fit or not, in the Elantra Limited (unlike in the Forte) they are upholstered in real leather and would not appear out of place in an Audi. see full Hyundai Elantra review

2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Rear seat passengers enjoy abundant knee room, but those of more than middling height will find headroom and thigh support marginal at best. These weaknesses are fairly common in current compact sedans, but the Forte, with a taller, less swoopy roof line, has a more comfortably positioned rear seat and a bit more rear headroom. see full Hyundai Elantra review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.

2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008	4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008	4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007	4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007	4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007	4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007	4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review

2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008	4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007	4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review

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