Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Kia Sedona | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
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Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 118.9 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 202.0 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 78.3 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 69.3 in | -2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3946 lb. | 4387 lb. | -441 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 63.2 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.2 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 65.3 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 65.9 in | -10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 40.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 38.3 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 60.5 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 50.1 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 34.0 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -39.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -61.5 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.
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |