2006 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 784 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 740 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
