2011 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Soul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Soul would be higher. Both 2011 Kia Rio and 2010 Kia Soul are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rio | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Soul |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4016 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |