2010 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Soul | 2 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |