Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 334 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,689 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 1,669 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 60 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 945 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,120 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 762 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 382 L | 348 L | 34 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,158 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,265 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
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.
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |