2007 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avensis | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |