2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S4 | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |