Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Hyundai Azera | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 109.4 in | -9 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 192.7 in | -30.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 58.7 in | 4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3629 lb. | -922 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.7 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.1 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.1 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.2 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 36.8 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 |
2009 Hyundai Azera Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car is spacious and very easy to get into and out of. It allows one to sit up high and still have plentiful headroom. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Easy step-in combined with excellent headroom means my 96 year old mother in law can get in and out without effort! She can cross her legs when seated. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The pitch between front and rear seats is huge. The rear door opens wider than almost any other current model, and my 97 year old mother in law can get in and out easily. see full Hyundai Azera review |