Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,794 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,821 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,144 kg | 1,514 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 70 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 960 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 879 mm | 23 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 464 L | 513 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 16.4 | -15.4 L |
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |