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2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 106.3 in | 6.2 in |
| Length | 188.8 in | 184.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 74.4 in | -3 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 67.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4044 lb. | 4054 lb. | -10 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.5 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 55.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.6 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.0 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.8 in | 3.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 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 |
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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