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2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Volkswagen Routan | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.2 in | -14.9 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 202.5 in | -24.2 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 76.9 in | -7 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 68.9 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1920 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 63.0 in | -7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 40.6 in | 3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.2 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 64.7 in | -9.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 36.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 83.0 ft3 | -68.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -126.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 0 | Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 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 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
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