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2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2010 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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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 | 104.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 181.1 in | 7.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 71.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 66.3 in | -8.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 3560 lb. | -102 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 52.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -29 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 37.2 ft3 | -20.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -56.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats 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 |
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 |
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota RAV4
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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