2010 Kia Soul vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 933 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Soul | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
