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Lexus IS (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Lexus IS and 2010 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2006 Lexus IS and 2010 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Lexus IS Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
306 hp@6400
277 lb-ft@4800
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
249 hp@6000
229 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 107.4 in 0.1 in
Length 180.1 in 188.9 in -8.8 in
Width 70.9 in 72.1 in -1.2 in
Height 56.1 in 58.0 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 3527 lb. 3494 lb. 33 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 17.7 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.2 in 40.1 in -2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 57.4 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 55.5 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.9 in 43.7 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.2 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.7 in 56.9 in -4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 55.3 in -1.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.6 in 37.4 in -6.8 in
Total Legroom 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -6.6 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 -3.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus IS

2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2006 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The good of the front seat comfort is that the seats are ventilated. They could be stronger and cooler but that is my preference. Why is it that we cant get Audis, BMWs, or Lexus with fabric seats in the US? see full Lexus IS review
2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2006 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The front seat headrests are too far back for me. I feel if I use them I am looking at the sky because of their angle. I would prefer some fwd-rev adjustment which i have seen on other cars. see full Lexus IS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Sonata

2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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