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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 113.9 in | -9.6 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 188.8 in | -11.4 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 76.4 in | -6.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 68.2 in | -9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 4711 lb. | -1964 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.8 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -56.7 ft3 |
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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
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