Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHC-4v 265 hp@5750 262 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 100.4 in | 1 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 162.2 in | 18.2 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.3 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 63.4 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3609 lb. | 2778 lb. | 831 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.2 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.6 in | -5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.1 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.4 in | 52.7 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 39.0 in | -9.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -9.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -37.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 |