Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 112.2 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 187.6 in | -25.4 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 72.4 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 4373 lb. | -1595 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.3 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.4 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.6 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 34.2 in | 4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -23.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 49.2 ft3 | -25.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -25.8 ft3 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |