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Hyundai Sonata (2021) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) Specs

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2021 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2021 2012  
Model Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
216 kW@5800
422 Nm@1650
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6300
336 Nm@5000
 
Transmission 8-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,840 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,900 mm 4,676 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,445 mm 1,725 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,611 kg 1,770 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 68 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,471 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,387 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,171 mm 1,082 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 960 mm 1,006 mm 959 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,382 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 884 mm 935 mm -51 mm
Total Legroom 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 462 L 968 L -506 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.3 2,214 L 14.3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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