Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Scion tC | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 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 | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 176.2 in | -2.2 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 69.5 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 59.8 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 2969 lb. | 1 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.9 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.4 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 54.7 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 52.6 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.4 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -29.9 ft3 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
2011 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 |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable, adjustable, and sit high to give the driver and passenger a good view of the road ahead, and are wide and not narrow like you find in the competition. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
no other small car provides rear passenger comfort like the Hyundai Elantra Touring. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2011 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 |