Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Saturn VUE | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 248 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 106.6 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 181.3 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 71.5 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 66.5 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 3472 lb. | -14 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 51.6 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.2 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.3 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 52.7 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.8 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 63.8 ft3 | -47.5 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD |
Most space in its class. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
very roomy, i dont feel cramped in see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There`s LOT`S of head and leg room...enough said! see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
You have a lot of space in front seat that you do not feel too tight that you cannot move. It is very rommy and also in the back too. see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
It is easy to get in and out of. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It need more lumbar support. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Too hard. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough leg room. Back seat is not cushioned sufficiently for comfort. Backseat rest is to upright with minimal adjustments see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not the most comfortable front seats. see full Saturn VUE review |