2010 Kia Soul vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2010 Kia Soul and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 230 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Soul | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Soul | SLK |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |