Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,609 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,519 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,263 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 76 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 1,059 mm | 964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 1,069 mm | 888 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 955 mm | -955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,565 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,270 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,006 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 569 L | 915 L | -346 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 2,483 L | 18.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,048 L | 4,126 L | -3 L |
2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room, even for a full size adult. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 0 | I think the car is pretty comfortable for an average person. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I find it to be very comfortable. The back seat lacks leg room for three people to fit comfortably. If an adult is in the front then the person behind has little leg room. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fits four rugby players comfortably. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |