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2014 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,905 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,689 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 73 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 922 mm | -15 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,120 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 742 mm | 58 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 382 L | 292 L | 90 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,158 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,265 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 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 | ||
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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