Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,920 mm | 4,676 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,770 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 68 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 1,006 mm | 946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 935 mm | 30 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 470 L | 968 L | -498 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 | 2,214 L | 14.6 |
2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |