2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 721 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Soul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
