2008 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 189 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, 2010 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Soul |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |