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Hyundai Elantra (2008) vs. Subaru Outback (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Subaru Outback specs.

2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Hyundai Elantra Subaru Outback  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 105.1 in -0.8 in
Length 177.4 in 188.7 in -11.3 in
Width 69.9 in 69.7 in 0.2 in
Height 58.3 in 63.2 in -4.9 in
Curb Weight 2723 lb. 3330 lb. -607 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 16.9 gal. -2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.5 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.6 in 54.4 in 1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 51.0 in 3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 44.1 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.1 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 53.7 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 52.6 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.0 in 33.9 in 1.1 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.2 ft3 33.5 ft3 -19.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.2 ft3 66.2 ft3 -52 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2009 Subaru Outback

2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
 
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