2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 75 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
