2010 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Agila would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 288 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. 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 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Agila | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Agila | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
