2006 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1596 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.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Soul |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |