Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) vs. Chrysler Town & Country (2006) Specs

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Hyundai Santa Fe	Chrysler Town & Country
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	119.3 in	-13 in
Length	184.1 in	200.6 in	-16.5 in
Width	74.4 in	78.6 in	-4.2 in
Height	67.9 in	68.9 in	-1 in
Curb Weight	3725 lb.	4239 lb.	-514 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.0 gal.	20.0 gal.	-2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.2 in	39.6 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	62.9 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.8 in	57.2 in	-1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.6 in	40.6 in	2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.6 in	39.6 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.6 in	64.7 in	-6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.0 in	67.6 in	-12.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	37.5 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.3 in	-38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	62.1 in	-62.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.0 in	-49 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.3 in	-37.3 in
Total Legroom	79.4 in (over 2 rows)	115.4 in (over 3 rows)	-36 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.2 ft³	20.0 ft³	14.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	34.2	54.2 ft³	-20
Cargo Volume, Maximum	78.2 ft³	167.9 ft³	-89.7 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
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

2012 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

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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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 Chrysler Town & Country

2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Very good support. Just the right height. Tilt steering column adds to comfort. Armrest also provides added comfort. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	The 2nd and 3rd row seats are acceptable for even long trips. This is not the Stow-&-Go version where the seats seem to be thinner, less comfortable. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2006	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Very comfy for long rides, adjustable. Ditto the middle and rear seats. Supportive but not overly firm. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2006	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Stow & Go see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Really like the roominess of the center and rear seats as compared to other vehicles. Also really like the flexibilty and use of use of the Stow-And-Go seating. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	The seat and driving positions are very comfortable. I have driven the T&C more than 500 miles in one day and the same drive the following day. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	More legroom than previous Chrysler minivans see full Chrysler Town & Country review

2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	the drivers seat in relation to the steering wheel is off too the left a bit see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	inadequate thigh support, difficulty adjusting power seat into good position, seat bottom too flat and "lumpy" with leather/heated seats see full Chrysler Town & Country review

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