2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 819 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Soul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
