2004 Holden Cruze vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia SOUL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Cruze | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
