2010 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max 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, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Soul | C-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2648 mm |