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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2010 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 184.1 in | 175.6 in | 8.5 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 69.7 in | 4.7 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 52.8 in | 15.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3846 lb. | 3094 lb. | 752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.2 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 54.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 36.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 54.9 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 48.1 in | 6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 32.2 in | 4.6 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) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 7.6 | 26.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 70.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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