Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 178.7 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 74.9 in | -16.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2723 lb. | 4165 lb. | -1442 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.3 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.9 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.4 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 46.1 in | 7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.4 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2010 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |