Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC60 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 106.3 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 182.8 in | 184.1 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 74.4 in | 0 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 67.9 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4277 lb. | 4054 lb. | 223 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.8 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.6 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.6 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 55.0 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -10.8 ft3 |
2015 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volvo XC60.
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |