Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,507 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,092 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,499 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,345 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 48 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,021 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,006 mm | 931 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,339 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 851 mm | 991 mm | -140 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 671 L | -331 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 770 L | 1,512 L | 769 L |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle 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.