2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |