2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
