Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6000 365 Nm@1650 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 334 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,821 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,905 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,550 kg | 1,755 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 67 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,524 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 998 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 993 mm | -114 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 464 L | 974 L | -510 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 | 1,985 L | 15.4 |
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 |
2012 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |