2023 Hyundai Palisade vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2023 Hyundai Palisade being 90.8 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. At 19.2 cm wider, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade would better suit the open road, while the 2020 Dacia Sandero would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2023 Hyundai Palisade standing 25.1 cm taller than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade has a 3.9 cm higher clearance than the 2020 Dacia Sandero, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade offers 29.7 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
499.6 cm (+90.8)
408.8 cm
Height
175 cm (+25.1)
149.9 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
197.6 cm (+19.2)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+3.9)
200.7 cm
Ground clearance
20.1 cm (+29.7)
16.2 cm
Wheelbase
290.1 cm (+2.6)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Comparing 328 L (VDA) to 510 L (SAE) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero’s seats up capacity is average for its size class. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2020 Dacia Sandero is measured at 1,108 L (VDA) while 2023 Hyundai Palisade uses the SAE standard. That said, the 2020 Dacia Sandero is way above average for the hatchback segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
328 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,108 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
510 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,447 L
N/A
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
237.8 L per m (+90.8)
147 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
120.3 L per m² (+37.9)
82.4 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
510 L
229 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,447 L
576 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2023 Hyundai Palisade feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 3 more passengers than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 1.27 m tighter than the 2023 Hyundai Palisade. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 877 kg higher on the scales than the 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
8 (+3)
5
Turning circle
11.8 m (+1.3)
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,892 kg (+877)
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Palisade or 2020 Dacia Sandero fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Hyundai Palisade parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
2020 Dacia Sandero parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
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