Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Altima | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 251 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in | 3 in |
Length | 191.9 in | 184.1 in | 7.8 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 74.4 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 67.9 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3412 lb. | 3902 lb. | -490 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 59.5 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.8 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.0 in | 42.6 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.6 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.6 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 55.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.8 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -18.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -62.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Nissan Altima.
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 |