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Hyundai Santa Fe (2013) vs. Toyota Matrix (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011 Toyota Matrix specs.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Hyundai Santa Fe Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,799 mm 2,601 mm 0 mm
Length 4,905 mm 4,366 mm 0 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,765 mm 0 mm
Height 1,689 mm 1,560 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,790 kg 1,300 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 71 L 50 L 21 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 1,029 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,509 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,328 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 998 mm -997 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,488 mm 1,336 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,407 mm 1,110 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,049 mm 919 mm -918 mm
Headroom, Row 3 907 mm 0 mm 907 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,369 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,120 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 800 mm 0 mm 800 mm
Total Legroom 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 382 L 561 L -179 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,158 L 19.8 -18.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,265 L 1,741 L 1 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix

2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review
 
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