| Model Year | 2017 | 2007 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Acura RL | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.2 in | 0 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 193.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 72.2 in | 2 in |
| Height | 66.5 in | 57.1 in | 9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 4012 lb. | 166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 54.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 36.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 0.0 in | 44.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 0.0 in | 30.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 33.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 13.1 | 27.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe.
| 2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |