Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Saturn VUE | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 248 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 100.4 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 181.3 in | 162.2 in | 19.1 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.3 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 63.4 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 2707 lb. | 765 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.2 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.6 in | 53.3 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.1 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 52.7 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.8 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD |
Most space in its class. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
very roomy, i dont feel cramped in see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There`s LOT`S of head and leg room...enough said! see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
You have a lot of space in front seat that you do not feel too tight that you cannot move. It is very rommy and also in the back too. see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
It is easy to get in and out of. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It need more lumbar support. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Too hard. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough leg room. Back seat is not cushioned sufficiently for comfort. Backseat rest is to upright with minimal adjustments see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not the most comfortable front seats. see full Saturn VUE 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 |