Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 124.0 in | -16.6 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 204.1 in | -15.2 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 77.6 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 71.9 in | -13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 4291 lb. | -833 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 63.7 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 65.6 in | -10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.7 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 41.7 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 66.2 in | -9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 67.4 in | -12.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 42.1 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -42.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -16 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 87.7 ft3 | -71.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -129.4 ft3 |
2007 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |