2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 48 L |
