Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 236 hp@5200 266 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 109.8 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 189.2 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 75.2 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 69.3 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 4045 lb. | -1298 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.0 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.3 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.8 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.4 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.6 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -22 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 36.6 ft3 | -22.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -60.9 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 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |