Model Year | 2019 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6200 150 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,140 mm | 4,506 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,613 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,435 kg | 1,246 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 54 L | 53 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 889 mm | 104 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 685 L | 402 L | 283 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,736 L | 14.2 | -13.2 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Soul.
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear set has an upright feel, mor like a couch than most cars, esp GM products. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can fit my two young children with their car seats and my teenage son has room to sit in the back and text for hours. More comfortable seats than my extended cab 1500. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Hard to fit a car seat back there. That should give you some idea. see full Hyundai Elantra review |