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2012 Ford Explorer and 2011 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 189.8 in | 7.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.2 in | 6.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.9 in | 12.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4557 lb. | 3161 lb. | 1396 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 57.9 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 45.5 in | -4.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 56.7 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 54.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.6 in | 5.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 33.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.4 | 27.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 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 |
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