2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Kia Soul

To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 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 29 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.

Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 318 2011 Kia Soul
Make BMW Kia
Model 318 Soul
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 48 L


 

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