Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Dodge Avenger | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 108.9 in | -8.5 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 190.9 in | -28.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 71.8 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 58.9 in | 4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3568 lb. | -790 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.2 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.2 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.5 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 40 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Dodge Avenger.