2010 Kia Soul vs. 2005 Kia Spectra

To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 104 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.

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, 2005 Kia Spectra (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Soul 2005 Kia Spectra
Make Kia Kia
Model Soul Spectra
Year Released 2010 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1186 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1786 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 50 L


 

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