2007 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Versa | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
