Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Acura RDX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 104.3 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 180.7 in | -18.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.6 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 65.2 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3968 lb. | -1190 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.2 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.4 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.8 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review |