Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 175 kW@6000 306 Nm@3500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 160 kW@5600 301 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,655 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 72 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 1,011 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 925 mm | 25 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 820 mm | -820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 462 L | 297 L | 165 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 1,124 L | 15.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 2,282 L | 14.3 |
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 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |