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Lincoln MKZ (2012) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Lincoln MKZ Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
263 hp@6250
249 lb-ft@4800
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
242 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.4 in 106.3 in 1.1 in
Length 190.6 in 184.1 in 6.5 in
Width 72.2 in 74.4 in -2.2 in
Height 56.9 in 67.9 in -11 in
Curb Weight 3804 lb. 4022 lb. -218 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.5 gal. 19.8 gal. -2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 40.2 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.4 in 59.5 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.8 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.6 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.6 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 58.6 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.3 in 55.0 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.1 in 36.8 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.8 in -34.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.9 in -53.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 44.6 in -44.6 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.3 in -31.3 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -31.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.5 ft3 10.0 ft3 6.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 16.5 34.2 ft3 -17.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.5 ft3 78.2 ft3 -61.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review
2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Fusion. In the MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2007 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2007 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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