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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Lexus ES Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Lexus ES | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.3 in | -3 in |
| Length | 184.1 in | 191.1 in | -7 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 71.1 in | 3.3 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 57.1 in | 10.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3902 lb. | 3580 lb. | 322 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 37.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 57.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 36.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 56.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 19.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 63.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2011 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 |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2011 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 Lexus ES
| 2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |
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