2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | CX-7 | Soul |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |