2010 Kia Soul vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 283 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.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Soul | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
