Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
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 Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 176.2 in | 26.3 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 69.5 in | 7.4 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 59.8 in | 9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4335 lb. | 2969 lb. | 1366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.4 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.5 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 54.7 in | 10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 24.3 | 58.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | 75.7 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan 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 |