Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 100.4 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 162.2 in | 21.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.3 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 63.4 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 2778 lb. | 932 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.2 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.3 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 55.1 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 52.7 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
2007 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2013 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 |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |