Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,821 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,550 kg | 1,558 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 64 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 927 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 861 mm | 18 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 464 L | 323 L | 141 L |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |