Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Galant | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@5250 250 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 100.4 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 190.4 in | 162.2 in | 28.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.3 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 63.4 in | -5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3616 lb. | 2778 lb. | 838 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.3 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.1 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 52.7 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.0 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -40.1 ft3 |
2007 Mitsubishi Galant Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The entire interior has great room and comfort. First four door ive purchased and im loving it. Fantastic trunk room as well. see full Mitsubishi Galant 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 |