2010 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 328 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.
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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S40 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Volvo | Kia |
Model | S40 | Soul |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |