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Toyota Avalon (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Avalon and 2010 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2006 Toyota Avalon and 2010 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Toyota Avalon Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
200 kW@6200
336 Nm@4700
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
186 kW@6000
310 Nm@4500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,819 mm 2,728 mm 0 mm
Length 5,009 mm 4,798 mm 1 mm
Width 1,849 mm 1,831 mm 0 mm
Height 1,486 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,583 kg 1,585 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 67 L 3 L
Headroom, Row 1 986 mm 1,019 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,509 mm 1,458 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,417 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,110 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 970 mm -17 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,478 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,427 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,039 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Total Legroom 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 408 L 462 L -54 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Avalon

2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review
2006 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review
2005 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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