2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 309 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Soul |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |