Hyundai Elantra (2020) vs. Toyota Highlander (2008) Specs

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2020 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2020	2008
Model	Hyundai Elantra	Toyota Highlander
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	109.8 in	-3.5 in
Length	181.9 in	188.4 in	-6.5 in
Width	70.9 in	75.2 in	-4.3 in
Height	56.5 in	68.1 in	-11.6 in
Curb Weight	3131 lb.	3979 lb.	-848 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	19.2 gal.	-5.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	40.6 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	59.7 in	-3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.4 in	56.7 in	-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	43.2 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	40.1 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	59.5 in	-4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	56.5 in	-4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	38.3 in	-2.6 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	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	-32.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.4 ft³	10.3 ft³	4.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.4	42.3 ft³	-27.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.4 ft³	95.4 ft³	-81 ft³

2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2021	Though adjustments to their shape are limited to power lumbar, the new Hyundai Elantra's well-bolstered front seats fit me especially well. Your size and shape likely differ from mine, so impressions of seat comfort will vary. Whether they fit or not, in the Elantra Limited (unlike in the Forte) they are upholstered in real leather and would not appear out of place in an Audi. see full Hyundai Elantra review

2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Rear seat passengers enjoy abundant knee room, but those of more than middling height will find headroom and thigh support marginal at best. These weaknesses are fairly common in current compact sedans, but the Forte, with a taller, less swoopy roof line, has a more comfortably positioned rear seat and a bit more rear headroom. see full Hyundai Elantra review

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2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD	The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2009	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review

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