2010 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | B4000 | Soul |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |