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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,529 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,215 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 50 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,011 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 841 mm | 922 mm | -81 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 617 L | -198 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,506 L | 13.8 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |