2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2012 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 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |
