2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 994 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | S | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
