Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 114.8 in | -14.4 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 189.8 in | -27.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 76.3 in | -6 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 69.4 in | -6 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 4470 lb. | -1763 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.6 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.3 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.0 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 56.5 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.6 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 | -12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -14.9 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 |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |