2009 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 584 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Soul |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |