Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2012) Specs

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2012 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2012	2012
Model	Hyundai Santa Fe	Hyundai Sonata
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	110.0 in	-3.7 in
Length	184.1 in	189.8 in	-5.7 in
Width	74.4 in	72.2 in	2.2 in
Height	67.9 in	57.9 in	10 in
Curb Weight	3902 lb.	3338 lb.	564 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.0 gal.	18.5 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.2 in	40.0 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	57.9 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.8 in	55.2 in	0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.6 in	45.5 in	-2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.6 in	37.8 in	1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.6 in	56.7 in	1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.0 in	54.9 in	0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	34.6 in	2.2 in
Total Legroom	79.4 in (over 2 rows)	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	-0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.2 ft³	16.4 ft³	17.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	78.2 ft³	16.4 ft³	61.8 ft³

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

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

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2012	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review

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