Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 118.2 in | -8.2 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 200.2 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.1 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 68.4 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3417 lb. | 5269 lb. | -1852 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.7 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 58.1 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -27.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.4 | 40.1 ft3 | -23.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -72.3 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |