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Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 106.3 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 176.2 in | -2.4 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 69.5 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 59.8 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3210 lb. | 2969 lb. | 241 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.9 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.5 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.7 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 52.6 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 36.4 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |