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Hyundai Elantra (2008) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Hyundai Elantra Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,649 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,506 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,235 kg 1,107 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 48 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,412 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,377 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,105 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,372 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 0 mm 889 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 402 L 150 L 252 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Elantra

2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Rear set has an upright feel, mor like a couch than most cars, esp GM products. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Can fit my two young children with their car seats and my teenage son has room to sit in the back and text for hours. More comfortable seats than my extended cab 1500. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Hard to fit a car seat back there. That should give you some idea. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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