Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Acura RSX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 101.2 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 172.4 in | -10.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 67.9 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 54.9 in | 8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 2840 lb. | -62 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 37.8 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 52.6 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 51.1 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 34.1 in | 5.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 51.3 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 46.2 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 29.2 in | 9.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 8.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 37.4 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |