2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Soul |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |