Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Honda Element | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 110.0 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 189.8 in | -19.9 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 72.2 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 57.9 in | 12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 3161 lb. | 354 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.0 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.2 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 45.5 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 56.7 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 54.9 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 34.6 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 58.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.
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 |