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2011 Dodge Journey and 2009 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Dodge Journey | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 107.4 in | 6.4 in |
| Length | 192.4 in | 188.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 72.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Height | 66.6 in | 58.0 in | 8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3884 lb. | 3494 lb. | 390 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 57.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 43.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 55.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 37.4 in | -3.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.5 in | 0.0 in | 43.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 23.4 in | 0.0 in | 23.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 16.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 16.3 | 20.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 51.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Journey
| 2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Sonata
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 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 |
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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