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Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) vs. Acura MDX (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Acura MDX specs.

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Hyundai Santa Fe Acura MDX  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
253 hp@5800
250 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 184.1 in 188.7 in -4.6 in
Width 74.4 in 77.0 in -2.6 in
Height 67.9 in 68.7 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 4054 lb. 4471 lb. -417 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 20.4 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.2 in 38.4 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.5 in 61.2 in -1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.8 in 56.9 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 41.5 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.6 in 39.0 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.6 in 61.1 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 56.3 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 37.8 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.1 in -36.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 58.6 in -58.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.5 in -48.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.3 in -29.3 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 108.6 in (over 3 rows) -29.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.2 ft3 14.8 ft3 19.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 34.2 49.6 ft3 -15.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 78.2 ft3 81.5 ft3 -3.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

2012 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
2012 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX

2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review
 
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