2010 Kia Soul vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, both 2010 Kia Soul and 2010 Alpina B5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 450 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 2010 Alpina B5 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 2010 Alpina B5. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Kia | Alpina |
Model | Soul | B5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |