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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,507 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,506 mm | 4,092 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,246 kg | 1,345 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 55 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 932 mm | 23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 851 mm | 38 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 340 L | 62 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 770 L | -755.8 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
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