2007 Kia Spectra 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 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
