Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 107.9 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 187.8 in | 1.1 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 74.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 66.3 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 4178 lb. | -684 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.0 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.6 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.1 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 57.6 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.8 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -23.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -64 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 |
2010 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |