Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | 105.1 in | 100.4 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 162.2 in | 20.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.3 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 63.4 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 2778 lb. | 749 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.3 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.1 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 52.7 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.8 in | 0.0 in | 49.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.1 in | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 25 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 ft3 | 23.7 | 12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.6 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
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.