| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Length | 163.0 in | 189.2 in | -26.2 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 63.5 in | 57.9 in | 5.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3232 lb. | 3809 lb. | -577 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.8 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.2 in | -4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 34.3 in | 4.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -4.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Soul.
| 2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |