2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
