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Hyundai Elantra (2008) vs. Toyota Matrix (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2013 Toyota Matrix specs.

2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2013 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Hyundai Elantra Toyota Matrix  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
132 hp@6000
128 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 102.4 in 1.9 in
Length 177.4 in 171.9 in 5.5 in
Width 69.9 in 69.5 in 0.4 in
Height 58.3 in 61.4 in -3.1 in
Curb Weight 2747 lb. 2865 lb. -118 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.5 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.6 in 53.3 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 52.3 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 41.6 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.3 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 52.6 in 2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 43.7 in 10.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.0 in 36.2 in -1.2 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.2 ft3 19.8 ft3 -5.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.2 ft3 61.5 ft3 -47.3 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
 

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