2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
