2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B3000 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | B3000 | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |