Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Hyundai Veracruz | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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 SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 100.4 in | 10 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 162.2 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 76.6 in | 70.3 in | 6.3 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 63.4 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 2778 lb. | 1488 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.6 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.6 in | 55.2 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 53.3 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.1 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.2 in | 55.1 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 52.7 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 0.0 in | 45.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -17.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 ft3 | 23.7 | 16.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.8 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 33.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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 |