Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6500 300 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.7 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 180.0 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.4 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 58.7 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3338 lb. | 3517 lb. | -179 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.3 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 54.3 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.1 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.1 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |