Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 111.8 in | -11.4 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 189.5 in | -27.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.1 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 69.1 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 3754 lb. | -1064 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.8 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.6 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.8 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 60.8 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 62.6 in | -9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.0 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.1 in | -58.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.9 in | -46.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -32.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 53.7 ft3 | -30 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | -73.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.