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2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2011 Kia Soul Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Kia Soul | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 142 hp@6000 137 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 100.4 in | 20.8 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 161.6 in | 40.9 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 70.3 in | 6.6 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 63.4 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 2820 lb. | 1801 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 7.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.2 in | 7.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.1 in | 9.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 27.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 13 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 19.3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 87.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Soul
| 2011 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Soul
| 2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of head, hip, knee, and foot room. The cushions seem to get less comfortable after a solid 2-3 hours driving. But, at least around town, this is one car in which you can ask friends to sit in the back without being ashamed. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of headroom and legroom. Seat and wheel adjustments easy to make. Feels larger than it actually is. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of headroom. My daughter has lots of visibility in the back while in her car seat. Full size adults can sit back there in comfort. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfort of an intermediate-size car, with everything in easy reach. Able to maintain comfortable safety belt adjustment. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Large enought for two adults see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I am over 6 feet tall and even with the moon roof, I have a ton of headroom and leg room. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
My kids are tall too and with my seat adjusted to my liking, there is a ton of head room and leg room in the back. Love the folding rear seats. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
You can fit another two big people behind you even when you are a 6 footer. Headrests for all passangers. Safety side curtains for all passengers. see full Kia Soul review |
| 2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It felt smaller than the measurements suggested, relative to its competitors. see full Kia Soul review |
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