Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,600 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,859 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 71 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 1,049 mm | 972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 907 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,336 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,100 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 762 mm | 800 mm | -38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 382 L | -34 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,053 L | 1,158 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 2,265 L | 0 L |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 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 |