Hyundai Sonata (2011) vs. Hyundai Azera (2008) Specs

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2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Hyundai Azera Specifications

Model Year	2011	2008
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Hyundai Azera
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750	3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6000 255 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.0 in	109.4 in	0.6 in
Length	189.8 in	192.7 in	-2.9 in
Width	72.2 in	72.8 in	-0.6 in
Height	57.9 in	58.7 in	-0.8 in
Curb Weight	3338 lb.	3629 lb.	-291 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	19.8 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	40.2 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.9 in	57.9 in	0 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.2 in	55.5 in	-0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	43.7 in	1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	38.2 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.7 in	57.1 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.9 in	55.1 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	38.2 in	-3.6 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	81.9 in (over 2 rows)	-1.8 in
Cargo Volume	16.4 ft³	16.6 ft³	-0.2 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	uncomfortable - back pain 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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Azera

2008 Hyundai Azera Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	This car is spacious and very easy to get into and out of. It allows one to sit up high and still have plentiful headroom. see full Hyundai Azera review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Easy step-in combined with excellent headroom means my 96 year old mother in law can get in and out without effort! She can cross her legs when seated. see full Hyundai Azera review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The pitch between front and rear seats is huge. The rear door opens wider than almost any other current model, and my 97 year old mother in law can get in and out easily. see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Enough leg room for adults. Rear sunshade really makes a difference. see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Leather heated seats are great see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	lots of room place for drink cups in the middle of the seats. Vent for heat and air Seats pull down for extra cargo space see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	For us, there is more room in the front seat area than was available in the Buick Limited we were driving see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Large car feel. see full Hyundai Azera review
2007	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Large car feel. see full Hyundai Azera review

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