Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.1 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 183.3 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 70.9 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 66.1 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 3571 lb. | 527 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.4 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 52.6 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 56.0 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 51.7 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 37.3 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 50.6 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 39.4 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 28.2 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 106.4 in (over 3 rows) | 7.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander.