Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 107.1 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 189.0 in | -26 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.1 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 63.5 in | 58.3 in | 5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3232 lb. | 3157 lb. | 75 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.1 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.7 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.0 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.3 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.7 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Soul.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.