2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Crosswagon | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
