Model Year | 2009 | 2019 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 109.4 in | -2 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 189.0 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 74.4 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 66.5 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3968 lb. | -474 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 59.1 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.7 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.2 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.4 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.4 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 38.0 ft3 | -21.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -56.7 ft3 |
2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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