2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 564 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Soul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 48 L |
