Hyundai Elantra (2008) vs. Nissan Quest (2011) Specs

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2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2011 Nissan Quest Specifications

Model Year	2008	2011
Model	Hyundai Elantra	Nissan Quest
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	4-speed automatic	CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	118.1 in	-13.8 in
Length	177.4 in	200.8 in	-23.4 in
Width	69.9 in	77.6 in	-7.7 in
Height	58.3 in	71.5 in	-13.2 in
Curb Weight	2747 lb.	4367 lb.	-1620 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	20.0 gal.	-6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	42.1 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	64.5 in	-8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.2 in	57.3 in	-3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	43.8 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	41.6 in	-4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	63.2 in	-8.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.0 in	66.0 in	-12 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.0 in	36.7 in	-1.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	40.0 in	-40 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	61.2 in	-61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.6 in	-49.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	40.5 in	-40.5 in
Total Legroom	78.5 in (over 2 rows)	121 in (over 3 rows)	-42.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.2 ft³	35.1 ft³	-20.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.2	63.6 ft³	-49.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.2 ft³	108.4 ft³	-94.2 ft³

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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
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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest

2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	. see full Nissan Quest review
2011	4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review

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