2010 Kia Soul vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 861 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 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2013 Ford EDGE 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 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Soul | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
