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2006 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2010 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Pontiac Grand Prix | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | supercharged 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 260 hp@5200 280 lb-ft@3600 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 107.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 188.9 in | 9.4 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 72.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 58.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3583 lb. | 3494 lb. | 89 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.5 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.2 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 56.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 55.3 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are nicely bolstered and are adjustable in every aspect. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 260hp 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats support completely without the need to squirm around on ling trips see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has a rear seat and 4 doors! Tight for a rear-facing baby seat, though. Put the baby behind the passenger seat. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats sit too low and are too hard. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
the seat was rigid and made for someone of smaller stature see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Sonata
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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