2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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 (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avensis | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |