Hyundai Sonata (2012) vs. Chrysler Town & Country (2006) Specs

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2012 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Chrysler Town & Country
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.0 in	119.3 in	-9.3 in
Length	189.8 in	200.6 in	-10.8 in
Width	72.2 in	78.6 in	-6.4 in
Height	57.9 in	68.9 in	-11 in
Curb Weight	3161 lb.	4239 lb.	-1078 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	20.0 gal.	-1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	39.6 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.9 in	62.9 in	-5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.2 in	57.2 in	-2 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	40.6 in	4.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	39.6 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.7 in	64.7 in	-8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.9 in	67.6 in	-12.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	37.5 in	-2.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.3 in	-38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	62.1 in	-62.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.0 in	-49 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.3 in	-37.3 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	115.4 in (over 3 rows)	-35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.4 ft³	20.0 ft³	-3.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	16.4	54.2 ft³	-37.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.4 ft³	167.9 ft³	-151.5 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata

2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata

2012 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
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

2012 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	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 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
2011	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country

2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Very good support. Just the right height. Tilt steering column adds to comfort. Armrest also provides added comfort. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	The 2nd and 3rd row seats are acceptable for even long trips. This is not the Stow-&-Go version where the seats seem to be thinner, less comfortable. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2006	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Very comfy for long rides, adjustable. Ditto the middle and rear seats. Supportive but not overly firm. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2006	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Stow & Go see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Really like the roominess of the center and rear seats as compared to other vehicles. Also really like the flexibilty and use of use of the Stow-And-Go seating. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	The seat and driving positions are very comfortable. I have driven the T&C more than 500 miles in one day and the same drive the following day. see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2005	4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	More legroom than previous Chrysler minivans see full Chrysler Town & Country review

2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	the drivers seat in relation to the steering wheel is off too the left a bit see full Chrysler Town & Country review
2007	4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	inadequate thigh support, difficulty adjusting power seat into good position, seat bottom too flat and "lumpy" with leather/heated seats see full Chrysler Town & Country review

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