| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Hyundai Sonata | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 189.8 in | 3.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3199 lb. | 1241 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 45.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 34.6 in | 2.3 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) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 34.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 16.4 | 27.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 67.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Ford Explorer.
| 2013 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 | |
| 2013 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 |
| 2013 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 |