2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avensis | Soul |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |