Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 100.4 in | 10.8 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 162.2 in | 31.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.3 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 63.4 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3579 lb. | 2707 lb. | 872 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.2 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.3 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.1 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.6 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.1 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.7 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.0 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -37.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Nissan Maxima.
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.