Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 110.2 in | -9 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 196.0 in | -33 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.8 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 63.5 in | 58.5 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 3232 lb. | 3770 lb. | -538 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 58.1 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.2 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 44.5 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 57.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.6 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.0 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 45.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Soul.
2008 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |