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Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 104.3 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 177.4 in | -21.9 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 69.9 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.3 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2359 lb. | 2747 lb. | -388 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.6 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 54.2 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.5 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.1 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 54.0 in | -7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 35.0 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |