Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 110.2 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 193.6 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 0 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3338 lb. | 4012 lb. | -674 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.5 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.4 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.1 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.0 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.3 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |