2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 539 kg more than 2010 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Saab | Kia |
Model | 05-Sep | Soul |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1700 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |