| Model Year | 2024 | 2006 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Acura RL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 277 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 110.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 193.6 in | -3.4 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 72.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 57.1 in | 10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4486 lb. | 4012 lb. | 474 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.5 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 58.5 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.4 in | 42.4 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 36.3 in | 6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.7 in | 0.0 in | 42.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 0.0 in | 30 in |
| Total Legroom | 116.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 38 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.5 ft3 | 13.1 | 27.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 66.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
| 2006 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 |