2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 512 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
