2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 452 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Soul |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
