2005 Scion xB 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 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xB would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Scion xB. 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 (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xB | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Scion | Kia |
| Model | xB | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
