Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 100.4 in | 17.7 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 162.2 in | 38.6 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 70.3 in | 7.3 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 63.4 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 2778 lb. | 1589 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 55.2 in | 9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.1 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.6 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.1 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 52.7 in | 13.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.0 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 39.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 23.7 | 39.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 55 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest 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.