Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6400 181 lb-ft@3900 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 100.4 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 179.4 in | 162.2 in | 17.2 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 70.3 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 64.7 in | 63.4 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3358 lb. | 2778 lb. | 580 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 55.2 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.3 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.7 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 |
2015 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT AWD |
The front seat seems a bit thin and does require adjustment for comfort after awhile. see full Honda CR-V 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 |