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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.2 in | -6.9 in |
| Length | 184.1 in | 200.2 in | -16.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 76.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 68.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4022 lb. | 4546 lb. | -524 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 59.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 56.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 58.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.0 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.8 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 35.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 56.9 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 43.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 32.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -22.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda CX-9
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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