Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Jeep Compass | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,634 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,404 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,631 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,438 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 51 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 998 mm | -7 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 620 L | 51 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 1,487 L | 0 L |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Compass.