Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,681 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,646 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,718 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 62 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 998 mm | -28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 925 mm | 25 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 462 L | 847 L | -385 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 1,659 L | 15.3 |
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 |
2010 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |