Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,616 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,529 mm | 4,559 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,474 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 64 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,016 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 841 mm | 965 mm | -124 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 949 L | -530 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,934 L | 13.8 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |