Hyundai Sonata (2014) vs. Volkswagen Tiguan (2013) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan specs.
2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications
| Model Year |
2014 |
2013 |
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| Model |
Hyundai Sonata |
Volkswagen Tiguan |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr Sedan |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
2,794 mm |
2,604 mm |
0 mm |
| Length |
4,821 mm |
4,432 mm |
0 mm |
| Width |
1,834 mm |
1,808 mm |
0 mm |
| Height |
1,471 mm |
1,666 mm |
0 mm |
| Curb Weight |
1,472 kg |
1,539 kg |
0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity |
70 L |
64 L |
6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
1,016 mm |
993 mm |
-992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
1,471 mm |
1,427 mm |
0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
1,402 mm |
0 mm |
1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
1,156 mm |
1,019 mm |
0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
960 mm |
991 mm |
-31 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
1,440 mm |
1,397 mm |
0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
1,394 mm |
0 mm |
1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
879 mm |
909 mm |
-30 mm |
| Total Legroom |
2,035 mm (over 2 rows) |
1,928 mm (over 2 rows) |
1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum |
464 L |
674 L |
-210 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum |
16.4 |
1,589 L |
15.4 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 2014 |
Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec.
In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines.
One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest.
see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 2013 |
4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room.
see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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