Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.4 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 184.1 in | 191.5 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 72.4 in | 2 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 57.1 in | 10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3846 lb. | 3580 lb. | 266 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.4 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 57.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 56.1 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.1 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 55.5 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.1 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 0.0 in | 34.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 0.0 in | 44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 14.8 | 19.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 63.4 ft3 |
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 |
2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |