Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | GMC Acadia | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 215 kW@6300 366 Nm@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,986 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,689 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,790 kg | 2,112 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 83 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 975 mm | -68 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,120 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 843 mm | -43 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 382 L | 682 L | -300 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,158 L | 1,951 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,265 L | 3,310 L | -1 L |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
we travel with adults not children and find the 2nd row very comfortable. see full GMC Acadia review |