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2012 Kia Soul and 2007 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 106.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 162.2 in | 184.6 in | -22.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 67.9 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3649 lb. | -871 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 54.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -26.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 39.7 ft3 | -16 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -27.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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