Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.2 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 193.1 in | 0.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 66.5 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4098 lb. | 433 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.4 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.6 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 41.3 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 35.7 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 53.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 44.1 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 31.5 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 40.9 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 80.0 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2013 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 |