Hyundai Sonata (2014) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

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2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year	2014	2012
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Chevrolet Equinox
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.0 in	112.5 in	-2.5 in
Length	189.8 in	187.8 in	2 in
Width	72.2 in	72.5 in	-0.3 in
Height	57.9 in	66.3 in	-8.4 in
Curb Weight	3417 lb.	3944 lb.	-527 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	18.8 gal.	-0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	40.9 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.9 in	55.8 in	2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.2 in	54.6 in	0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	41.2 in	4.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	39.2 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.7 in	55.3 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.9 in	51.1 in	3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	39.9 in	-5.3 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	-1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.4 ft³	31.5 ft³	-15.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.4 ft³	63.7 ft³	-47.3 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

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review

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