Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 113.7 in | -13.3 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 193.4 in | -31.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.7 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 72.8 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1753 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.9 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.5 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.9 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -20.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -30.3 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 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |