2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Phaeton | Soul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
