Model Year | 2021 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.1 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 165.2 in | 188.7 in | -23.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 63.2 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3036 lb. | 3605 lb. | -569 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 44.1 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.7 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 33.9 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.1 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Soul.
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |