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Hyundai Sonata (2016) vs. Subaru Forester (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Subaru Forester specs.

2016 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2016 2006  
Model Hyundai Sonata Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
230 hp@5600
235 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 99.4 in 11 in
Length 191.1 in 176.6 in 14.5 in
Width 73.4 in 68.3 in 5.1 in
Height 58.1 in 65.0 in -6.9 in
Curb Weight 3492 lb. 3350 lb. 142 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.8 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 53.5 in 4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.3 in 51.6 in 3.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 43.6 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 39.7 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 53.6 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.1 in 51.6 in 4.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 33.7 in 1.9 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 3.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.3 ft3 32.0 ft3 -15.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.3 ft3 57.7 ft3 -41.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata

2016 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Forester

2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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