2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
