Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura RL | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 100.4 in | 9.8 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 162.2 in | 31.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.3 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 63.4 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2707 lb. | 1305 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.2 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.7 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.0 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -10.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -40.3 ft3 |
2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.