2010 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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. Both 2010 Kia Soul and 2011 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Soul | SX4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |