Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,529 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,260 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 48 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,006 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 841 mm | 991 mm | -150 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 671 L | -252 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,512 L | 13.8 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra 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.