Model Year | 2009 | 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 |
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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 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Matrix.