Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 160 kW@5600 301 Nm@3600 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,790 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 71 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 1,049 mm | 924 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 907 mm | -87 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 800 mm | -33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 382 L | -85 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 1,158 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 2,265 L | 0 L |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |