Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Lancer | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 106.3 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 184.1 in | -3.7 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 74.4 in | -5 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 67.9 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3535 lb. | 4054 lb. | -519 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.5 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.8 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 58.6 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.0 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 36.8 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.6 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -31.6 ft3 |
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |
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 |