Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Chrysler Town & Country | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 121.2 in | -13.8 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 202.5 in | -13.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 78.7 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 67.9 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 4652 lb. | -1194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 63.7 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 58.4 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.7 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 64.1 in | -7.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 65.0 in | -9.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.5 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.7 in | -32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 83.3 ft3 | -67 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -127.5 ft3 |
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country.