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Hyundai Elantra (2011) vs. Toyota Matrix (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Toyota Matrix specs.

2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Hyundai Elantra Toyota Matrix  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
126 hp@6000
122 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 102.4 in 3.9 in
Length 178.3 in 171.3 in 7 in
Width 69.9 in 69.9 in 0 in
Height 56.5 in 61.6 in -5.1 in
Curb Weight 2701 lb. 2679 lb. 22 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.8 gal. 13.2 gal. -0.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.6 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 53.2 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 51.7 in 1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 41.8 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.8 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 52.6 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 47.8 in 4.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.1 in 36.3 in -3.2 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.8 ft3 21.8 ft3 -7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.8 ft3 53.2 ft3 -38.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Elantra

2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix

2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review
2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review
 
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