2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rodius | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rodius | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
