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Toyota Highlander (2010) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2010 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2010 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,649 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,506 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,745 kg 1,235 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 53 L 20 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,377 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 889 mm 84 mm
Headroom, Row 3 922 mm 0 mm 922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,074 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 742 mm 0 mm 742 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 402 L -110 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 14.2 -13.2 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 14.2 -12.2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota Highlander

2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander 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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