Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 182 kW@5000 350 Nm@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,676 mm | 4,674 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,890 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,646 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,839 kg | 1,782 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 69 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,511 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 925 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 968 L | 847 L | 121 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,214 L | 1,659 L | 1 L |
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 |
2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |