Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 184.1 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 74.4 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 67.9 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3902 lb. | -990 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 59.5 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 55.8 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 58.6 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 55.0 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.8 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -66.2 ft3 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
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 |
2011 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 |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |