Model Year | 2013 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Nissan Armada | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 390 hp@5800 394 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 121.1 in | -20.7 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 208.9 in | -46.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 79.9 in | -9.6 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 75.8 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 5576 lb. | -2798 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -13.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 63.8 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 59.2 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 63.4 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 58.4 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 41.0 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.8 in | -48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.4 in | -28.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 49.9 ft3 | -26.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -42 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 2019 Nissan Armada.