Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 198 kW@6200 332 Nm@4700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 186 kW@6000 310 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,728 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,080 mm | 4,798 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,966 mm | 1,831 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,895 kg | 1,585 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 67 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,621 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,090 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,648 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,715 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 968 mm | 0 mm | 968 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,552 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,316 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 1,003 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,099 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,235 L | 462 L | -461 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,676 L | 16.3 | -14.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,216 L | 16.3 | -12.3 L |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 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 |
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 |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |