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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Kia Soul (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2012 Kia Soul specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2012 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Ford Escape Kia Soul  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
164 hp@6500
148 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 100.4 in 2.7 in
Length 174.7 in 162.2 in 12.5 in
Width 71.1 in 70.3 in 0.8 in
Height 67.7 in 63.4 in 4.3 in
Curb Weight 3369 lb. 2707 lb. 662 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 40.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 55.2 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 53.3 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.1 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 39.6 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 55.1 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 52.7 in -3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 39.0 in -3.4 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 23.7 ft3 5.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 53.4 ft3 12.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul

2012 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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