2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 107 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
