Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.3 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 190.7 in | 0.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 78.5 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 68.2 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 4539 lb. | -1034 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 61.6 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 59.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 61.5 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 59.1 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.7 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -27.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 42.9 ft3 | -26.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -67.2 ft3 |
2015 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata.
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |