Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6500 201 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,687 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,657 kg | 1,228 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 48 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 991 mm | -26 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 974 L | 671 L | 303 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,115 L | 1,512 L | 1 L |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester 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 |