2010 Kia Soul vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 3 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 110 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 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2013 Ferrari 458 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. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Kia | Ferrari |
| Model | Soul | 458 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 86 L |
