2010 Peugeot 207 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, both 2010 Peugeot 207 and 2010 Kia Soul were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Peugeot 207 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 207 | Soul |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |