Hyundai Sonata (2014) vs. Honda Pilot (2016) Specs

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2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2016 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2014	2016
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,794 mm	2,819 mm	0 mm
Length	4,821 mm	4,940 mm	0 mm
Width	1,834 mm	1,996 mm	0 mm
Height	1,471 mm	1,773 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,550 kg	1,839 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	70 L	74 L	-4 L
Headroom, Row 1	1,016 mm	1,019 mm	0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,471 mm	1,575 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,402 mm	1,501 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,156 mm	1,039 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	960 mm	1,021 mm	959 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,440 mm	1,575 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,394 mm	1,455 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	879 mm	975 mm	-96 mm
Headroom, Row 3	0 mm	988 mm	-988 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0 mm	1,463 mm	-1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3	0 mm	1,133 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 3	0 mm	810 mm	-810 mm
Total Legroom	2,035 mm (over 2 rows)	2,824 mm (over 3 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum	464 L	467 L	-3 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	16.4	1,325 L	15.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.4	2,376 L	14.4

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

2016 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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