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Chevrolet Equinox (2008) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Chevrolet Equinox Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
197 kW@6500
339 Nm@2300
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
180 kW@6000
306 Nm@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,858 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,796 mm 4,676 mm 0 mm
Width 1,814 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,760 mm 1,725 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,834 kg 1,824 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 75 L -11 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,039 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,415 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,298 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,306 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,021 mm 935 mm -934 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 884 mm -884 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,369 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,133 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 1,011 L 283 L -282 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 35.7 968 L -932.3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,900 L 2,214 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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