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Kia Soul (2016) vs. Subaru Forester (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Kia Soul and 2006 Subaru Forester specs.

2016 Kia Soul and 2006 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2016 2006  
Model Kia Soul Subaru Forester  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.2 in 99.4 in 1.8 in
Length 163.0 in 176.6 in -13.6 in
Width 70.9 in 68.3 in 2.6 in
Height 63.0 in 65.0 in -2 in
Curb Weight 2714 lb. 3165 lb. -451 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 39.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.5 in 53.5 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 51.6 in 1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.9 in 43.6 in -2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 39.7 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.7 in 53.6 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.3 in 51.6 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.1 in 33.7 in 5.4 in
Total Legroom 80 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.2 ft3 32.0 ft3 -7.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.3 ft3 57.7 ft3 3.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Kia Soul

2016 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Volkswagen managed to package the e-Golf's 24-kWh battery pack so well that neither passenger nor cargo room is reduced. Kia didn't do as well with its 27-kWh pack, and the Soul EV has three fewer inches of rear legroom than the regular Soul as a result. Still, this leaves it with about as much rear legroom as the e-Golf, and more than you'll find in other compact EVs. If you want a compact EV with an adult-friendly back seat, these are the ones to get. Rear seat passengers don't get rear air vents in the Soul EV, but they can get seat heaters. The e-Golf has the vents but doesn't offer back row bun warmers. see full Kia Soul review
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Forester

2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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