2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | B2500 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
