2002 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avensis | Soul |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |