Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 100.4 in | 12 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 162.2 in | 25 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 70.3 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 63.4 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5300 lb. | 2707 lb. | 2593 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 55.2 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.1 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.0 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
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.