Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Infiniti EX | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 297 hp@6800 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 110.2 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 182.3 in | 6.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 71.0 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 61.9 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 3752 lb. | -294 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 54.8 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 52.9 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 44.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.1 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 50.0 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 28.5 in | 8.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 72.8 in (over 2 rows) | 8.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 16.8 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | -31.1 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 |
2009 Infiniti EX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
More room than the other vehicles we looked at, example, G37 Sedan. see full Infiniti EX review |
2009 Infiniti EX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Anyone who has owned a Mustang converatble wll undestand the issues with rear seats in this car. I keep the seat backs down and drive as a two seater. Also Some may find not enough storage bins and cup holders are a tad back for those of us who have shorter legs. But not a deal breaker. see full Infiniti EX review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In agreement with 99% of all other reviews...back seat is a little small but it isn't to say that you cannot sit back there. Taller people may be a little cramped with head and legroom depending on how far back the front seat is positioned see full Infiniti EX review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is small, not a problem for my wife and I, it works just fine for our limited use. see full Infiniti EX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seat is pretty tight on this car. It is not really meant to haul around families as much as empty nesters or women that need some extra room in the trunk. I'm 5'10 and can barely fit in the back seat if the front seat is positioned for someone of my height. see full Infiniti EX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Snug fit. see full Infiniti EX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Little rear seat room. see full Infiniti EX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Leg room cramped for tall passengers. see full Infiniti EX review |