2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Previa | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Previa | Soul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
