Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 149 kW@6600 244 Nm@5200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6500 201 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,567 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,511 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,396 kg | 1,260 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 48 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 1,006 mm | 946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 876 mm | 991 mm | -115 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 671 L | -300 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 1,512 L | 12.1 |
2009 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Very roomy rear seats that fold for access to the trunk. see full Nissan Sentra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
drivers seat very adjustable see full Nissan Sentra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Have leather, great lumbar support, driven over 10hrs, like nothing. see full Nissan Sentra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Lumbar support exactly how I like it. Legs dont fall asleep after long drive. Cool cloth and comfortable lateral support and perfect driving position. see full Nissan Sentra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Large for this class of car see full Nissan Sentra 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 |