| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 102.4 in | -2 in |
| Length | 162.2 in | 171.3 in | -9.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 61.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 2800 lb. | -22 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.2 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 51.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.6 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 47.8 in | 4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.3 in | 2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 0.2 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.
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |