Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Chrysler Sebring | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 100.4 in | 8.5 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 162.2 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 70.3 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 63.4 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3499 lb. | 2707 lb. | 792 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.3 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 52.7 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -39.5 ft3 |
2008 Chrysler Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Largest in its class so far as I can tell after going from dealership to dealship to compare. see full Chrysler Sebring review |
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 |