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Hyundai Genesis (2011) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Genesis and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2011 Hyundai Genesis and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Hyundai Genesis Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 115.6 in 104.3 in 11.3 in
Length 195.9 in 177.4 in 18.5 in
Width 73.4 in 69.9 in 3.5 in
Height 58.3 in 58.3 in 0 in
Curb Weight 3748 lb. 2723 lb. 1025 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.3 gal. 14.0 gal. 5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 40.0 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 55.6 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.3 in 54.2 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.3 in 43.5 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 37.6 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.9 in 55.1 in 2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 54.0 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.6 in 35.0 in 3.6 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 4.4 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 14.2 ft3 1.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Genesis

2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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