Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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 | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 100.4 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 162.2 in | 26.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 70.3 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 63.4 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 2707 lb. | 2119 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.2 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.3 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.1 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.1 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 52.7 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.0 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 24.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 23.7 | 19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 |
2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 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.