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Honda Civic (2009) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Honda Civic Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
197 hp@7800
139 lb-ft@6200
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
242 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,488 mm 4,676 mm 0 mm
Width 1,753 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,725 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,321 kg 1,745 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 75 L -25 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,364 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,318 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 950 mm 1,006 mm 949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,295 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 935 mm -56 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 884 mm -884 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,369 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,133 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 340 L 283 L 57 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 12.0 968 L -956
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 2,214 L 10

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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