2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 927 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2010 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | 4Runner | Soul |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 48 L |
