Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 175 kW@6000 306 Nm@3500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@5600 381 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,889 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 80 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 998 mm | -28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 874 mm | 76 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 462 L | 997 L | -535 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 1,860 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 |
2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |