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 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |