2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Soul |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 48 L |