Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 142 hp@6000 137 lb-ft@4600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 124.0 in | -23.6 in |
Length | 161.6 in | 204.1 in | -42.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 77.6 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 71.9 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2820 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1471 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 63.7 in | -8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 65.6 in | -12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 41.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 66.2 in | -11.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 67.4 in | -14.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 42.1 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -42.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -13 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.3 | 87.7 ft3 | -68.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -92.3 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of head, hip, knee, and foot room. The cushions seem to get less comfortable after a solid 2-3 hours driving. But, at least around town, this is one car in which you can ask friends to sit in the back without being ashamed. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of headroom and legroom. Seat and wheel adjustments easy to make. Feels larger than it actually is. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of headroom. My daughter has lots of visibility in the back while in her car seat. Full size adults can sit back there in comfort. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfort of an intermediate-size car, with everything in easy reach. Able to maintain comfortable safety belt adjustment. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Large enought for two adults see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I am over 6 feet tall and even with the moon roof, I have a ton of headroom and leg room. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
My kids are tall too and with my seat adjusted to my liking, there is a ton of head room and leg room in the back. Love the folding rear seats. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
You can fit another two big people behind you even when you are a 6 footer. Headrests for all passangers. Safety side curtains for all passengers. see full Kia Soul review |
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It felt smaller than the measurements suggested, relative to its competitors. see full Kia Soul review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |