| Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Corolla | Honda Element | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.4 in | 4.9 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 169.9 in | 12.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 70.4 in | -13.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2820 lb. | 3499 lb. | -679 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 43.3 in | -5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.0 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 47.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 39.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -61.6 ft3 |
| 2019 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2018 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Roomy for a small car, flat floor. see full Toyota Corolla review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.