Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Solara | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 107.1 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 192.5 in | -30.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 71.5 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 56.1 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3440 lb. | -662 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.0 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.0 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 36.4 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 50.8 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.4 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 39.6 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 Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |