Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) vs. Hyundai Tucson (2009) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Hyundai Tucson specs.
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Hyundai Tucson Specifications
Model Year |
2012 |
2009 |
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Model |
Hyundai Santa Fe |
Hyundai Tucson |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
2,700 mm |
2,629 mm |
0 mm |
Length |
4,676 mm |
4,326 mm |
0 mm |
Width |
1,890 mm |
1,796 mm |
0 mm |
Height |
1,725 mm |
1,679 mm |
0 mm |
Curb Weight |
1,690 kg |
1,470 kg |
0 kg |
Fuel Capacity |
68 L |
58 L |
10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 |
1,021 mm |
1,024 mm |
0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
1,511 mm |
1,438 mm |
0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
1,417 mm |
1,331 mm |
0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 |
1,082 mm |
1,069 mm |
0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 |
1,006 mm |
986 mm |
-985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
1,488 mm |
1,430 mm |
0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
1,397 mm |
1,300 mm |
0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 |
935 mm |
945 mm |
-10 mm |
Total Legroom |
2,017 mm (over 2 rows) |
2,014 mm (over 2 rows) |
0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
968 L |
643 L |
325 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
2,214 L |
1,855 L |
1 L |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
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 |
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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 |
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 2009 Hyundai Tucson
2010 |
4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are very comfortable. The seat molds around you so it gives great support.
see full Hyundai Tucson review |
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