2005 BMW 535 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 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 451 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.
Because 2005 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 535 | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |