Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.4 in | -6.1 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 187.2 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 75.9 in | -6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 68.0 in | -11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 5300 lb. | -2599 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -13.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.7 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.3 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 57.4 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 35.6 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -56.2 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |