2010 Kia Soul vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Soul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Soul would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 215 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 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Soul | 123 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |