Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 184.1 in | 200.6 in | -16.5 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 76.0 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 72.4 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4022 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1258 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 58.3 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.3 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 58.9 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 38.2 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 50.5 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 0.0 in | 44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 34.2 in | -2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |