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Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Scion xD | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 128 hp@6000 125 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 96.9 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 154.7 in | 22.7 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 67.9 in | 2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 60.0 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 2665 lb. | 82 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 51.9 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 51.1 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 50.7 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 50.1 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.9 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -21.5 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 |
2008 Scion xD Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 128-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
this is a great car to get kids in and out of with the car seats and whatnot. plenty of room for 2 adults 2 kids, diaper bags, strollers and groceries. jam it all in, it will fit. see full Scion xD review |
2008 Scion xD Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 128-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough room for an adult in the rear seat. I am short and I still found the rear seat not really wide enough. see full Scion xD review |