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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda Mazda3 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,501 mm | 4,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,847 mm | 1,755 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 1,274 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 55 L | 17 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 975 mm | 21 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 922 mm | 13 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,991 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 864 L | 484 L | 380 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,200 L | 1,240 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2006 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 2009 Mazda Mazda3
| 2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
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