Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.0L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 105.1 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 182.7 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 70.9 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 66.1 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3637 lb. | -859 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.2 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.6 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.9 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.8 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.8 in | -49.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.1 in | -39.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.7 in | -27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | -25 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 36.2 ft3 | -12.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 72.6 ft3 | -19.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.