Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2010) Specs

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2008 Ford Explorer and 2010 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2008	2010
Model	Ford Explorer	Hyundai Sonata
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.7 in	107.4 in	6.3 in
Length	193.4 in	188.9 in	4.5 in
Width	73.7 in	72.1 in	1.6 in
Height	72.8 in	58.0 in	14.8 in
Curb Weight	4440 lb.	3292 lb.	1148 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	17.7 gal.	4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	40.1 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.0 in	57.4 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	55.5 in	-0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.4 in	43.7 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	38.2 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	56.9 in	2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.5 in	55.3 in	0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.9 in	37.4 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.4 in	0.0 in	37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	53.1 in	0.0 in	53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	45.3 in	0.0 in	45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	34.9 in	0.0 in	34.9 in
Total Legroom	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	33.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.6 ft³	16.3 ft³	-2.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.9 ft³	16.3	27.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.7 ft³	16.3 ft³	67.4 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Sonata

2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
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 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
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

2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	uncomfortable - back pain 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
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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