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Kia Optima (2009) vs. Kia Soul (2021) Specs

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2009 Kia Optima and 2021 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2009 2021  
Model Kia Optima Kia Soul  
Engine 2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
145 kW@6000
249 Nm@4500
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
150 kW@6000
264 Nm@1500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,720 mm 2,601 mm 0 mm
Length 4,801 mm 4,196 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,801 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,600 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,494 kg 1,377 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 54 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,450 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,384 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,110 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 965 mm 1,003 mm 964 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,389 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 960 mm 986 mm -26 mm
Total Legroom 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 685 L -260 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.0 1,758 L 14

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