Kia Soul (2017) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

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2017 Kia Soul and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2017	2006
Model	Kia Soul	Lexus GS
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.2 in	112.2 in	-11 in
Length	163.0 in	190.0 in	-27 in
Width	70.9 in	71.7 in	-0.8 in
Height	63.5 in	56.1 in	7.4 in
Curb Weight	3232 lb.	3704 lb.	-472 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.2 gal.	18.8 gal.	-4.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.6 in	37.8 in	1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.5 in	56.3 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	54.4 in	-1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.9 in	43.5 in	-2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	37.0 in	2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	55.1 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.3 in	51.4 in	-2.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.1 in	36.4 in	2.7 in
Total Legroom	80 in (over 2 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.2 ft³	12.7 ft³	11.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	61.3 ft³	12.7 ft³	48.6 ft³

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2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review

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