2011 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Soul |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
