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Hyundai Genesis (2009) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Hyundai Genesis and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2009 Hyundai Genesis and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Hyundai Genesis Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,936 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,976 mm 4,676 mm 0 mm
Width 1,864 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,725 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,700 kg 1,673 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 68 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,379 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,125 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 958 mm 1,006 mm 957 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,471 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,379 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 980 mm 935 mm 45 mm
Total Legroom 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 450 L 968 L -518 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.9 2,214 L 13.9

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

2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe

2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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