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Hyundai Santa Fe (2013) vs. Acura MDX (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2012 Acura MDX specs.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2012 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Hyundai Santa Fe Acura MDX  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6400
252 lb-ft@5200
3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,799 mm 2,751 mm 0 mm
Length 4,905 mm 4,867 mm 0 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,994 mm 0 mm
Height 1,689 mm 1,732 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,859 kg 2,064 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 71 L 79 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,509 mm 1,565 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 980 mm -979 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,488 mm 1,562 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,407 mm 1,501 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,049 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Headroom, Row 3 907 mm 953 mm -46 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,369 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,120 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 800 mm 739 mm 61 mm
Total Legroom 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 382 L 425 L -43 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,158 L 1,215 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,265 L 2,364 L 0 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 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
2013 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 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Acura MDX

2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review
 
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