Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 118.9 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 201.8 in | -8.7 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 79.0 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 72.2 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 4980 lb. | -882 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 62.0 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 61.4 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 57.0 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 36.9 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 37.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 57.4 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 48.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 33.2 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 67.5 ft3 | -26.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -36.2 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe.
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |