Chrysler Pacifica (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2012) Specs

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2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2012 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2006	2012
Model	Chrysler Pacifica	Hyundai Sonata
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	116.3 in	110.0 in	6.3 in
Length	198.9 in	189.8 in	9.1 in
Width	79.3 in	72.2 in	7.1 in
Height	66.3 in	57.9 in	8.4 in
Curb Weight	4482 lb.	3161 lb.	1321 lb.
Fuel Capacity	23.0 gal.	18.5 gal.	4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	40.0 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	60.8 in	57.9 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.2 in	55.2 in	0 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.9 in	45.5 in	-4.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.4 in	37.8 in	2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	60.5 in	56.7 in	3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.3 in	54.9 in	1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.9 in	34.6 in	5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.4 in	0.0 in	35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	58.0 in	0.0 in	58 in
Hip Room, Row 3	41.9 in	0.0 in	41.9 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.9 in	0.0 in	29.9 in
Total Legroom	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	30.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.0 ft³	16.4 ft³	-3.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.6 ft³	16.4	27.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	79.5 ft³	16.4 ft³	63.1 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2007	4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	supports lower back problem see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Second row has tons of room. 3rd row not so much, but was comfortable enough for a 2500 mile round from with 6 of us. see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	More room than your standard bench seat design see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I like how the rear seats slide fwd and backward. I like the center console extending back between the rear seats.` see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Large for my family see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Again, so comfortable. Plus my 6'5" son can push the seat all the way back and drive in complete comfort. Great car for tall people. see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2006	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	My son is 6'5" is never cramped in the back. Lots of room for tall people, even above the head. see full Chrysler Pacifica review
2005	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	lots of leg room and built in lumbar adjustment and arm rests see full Chrysler Pacifica review

2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2012	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review

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