2007 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RDX | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
