2006 Ford S-Max 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 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 473 kg more than 2011 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | S-Max | Soul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
