Volkswagen Touareg (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2009) Specs

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2006 Volkswagen Touareg and 2009 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2006	2009
Model	Volkswagen Touareg	Hyundai Sonata
Engine	4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000	3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD w/low range	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.4 in	107.4 in	5 in
Length	187.2 in	188.9 in	-1.7 in
Width	75.9 in	72.1 in	3.8 in
Height	68.0 in	58.0 in	10 in
Curb Weight	5300 lb.	3494 lb.	1806 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.4 gal.	17.7 gal.	8.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	40.1 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.7 in	57.4 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	43.7 in	-2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	38.2 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.4 in	56.9 in	0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.3 in	-55.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	37.4 in	-1.8 in
Total Legroom	76.9 in (over 2 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	-4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	31.0 ft³	16.3 ft³	14.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.0 ft³	16.3 ft³	54.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range	The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Sonata

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

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