2010 Kia Soul vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 111 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Soul | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
