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2008 Lexus RX and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 184.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 74.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 67.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 4054 lb. | 36 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.6 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus RX
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 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 |
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