Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.8 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 188.4 in | -10.1 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 75.2 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 68.1 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 4045 lb. | -1344 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.7 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 56.7 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 43.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 40.1 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 59.5 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 56.5 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 38.3 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 42.3 ft3 | -27.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -80.6 ft3 |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 0 | Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |