Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Sienna | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 119.3 in | -9.3 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 200.0 in | -10.2 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 77.4 in | -5.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 68.9 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3199 lb. | 4177 lb. | -978 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 42.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 63.8 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.4 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.9 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 64.9 in | -8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 67.5 in | -12.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.6 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.8 in | -51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -41.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -27.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.4 | 94.5 ft3 | -78.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -132.5 ft3 |
2013 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The 3rd row seats have enough leg room and the seats themselves are well built. That said, I have not tried the 3rd row seats of close competitors like the Odyssey see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Two middle seats are bucket seats and VERY comfortable. Leg room in 3rd row is a little limited. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Sits high so short people have a comfortable good view of the road. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the kids have enough foom they leave each other alone see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I can adjust the seat exactly how I want it see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room even for adults see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room to move. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2007 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat cushion has an uncomfortable contour at rear of seat and the armrests are uncomfortable. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have the CE which does not have adjustable lumbar support or 8-way adjustments. The seat has a fixed height, which is a bit too high for me. Also the seat is a bit too deep. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
At $35,000 I think it could be much better. Hurts more than my Tacoma 4X4 after a long drive. see full Toyota Sienna review |