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Kia Soul (2013) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Kia Soul and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2013 Kia Soul and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2013 2009  
Model Kia Soul Hyundai Elantra  
Engine 1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@4850
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,550 mm 2,649 mm 0 mm
Length 4,120 mm 4,506 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Height 1,610 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,220 kg 1,235 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 48 L 53 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,021 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,402 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,377 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,069 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,006 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,339 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 991 mm 889 mm 102 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 671 L 402 L 269 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,512 L 14.2 -13.2 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul

2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul

2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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