Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 103 kW@6000 184 Nm@4600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 175 kW@5800 325 Nm@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,506 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,246 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 76 L | -23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,059 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 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 | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 915 L | -513 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 2,483 L | 12.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 4,126 L | 10.2 |
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |