Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,760 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,235 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 48 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,021 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,006 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,115 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 991 mm | -69 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 671 L | -323 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 | 1,512 L | 11.3 |
2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla 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.