Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Veracruz | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.9 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 186.2 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 76.6 in | 72.6 in | 4 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 66.1 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4441 lb. | 4090 lb. | 351 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.6 in | 57.9 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 55.6 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.5 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.2 in | 57.1 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.1 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.4 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 0.0 in | 45.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -31.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 ft3 | 38.3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.8 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
2009 Hyundai Veracruz Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are nice and come standard with heated seats. see full Hyundai Veracruz review |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |