2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | New Beetle | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
