Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Wrangler | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 106.3 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 184.1 in | 0.3 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 74.4 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 72.3 in | 67.9 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4180 lb. | 3688 lb. | 492 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.2 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 59.5 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.8 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.6 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 58.6 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 55.0 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.8 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.4 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 82.0 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |