Model Year | 2006 | 2019 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Hyundai Santa Fe XL | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 110.2 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 193.1 in | -2 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 74.2 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.5 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 4026 lb. | -554 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.9 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 59.4 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.7 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.4 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 58.3 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.4 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.1 in | -44.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.5 | 40.9 ft3 | -26.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 ft3 | 80.0 ft3 | -65.5 ft3 |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL.