2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 497 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Soul |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 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 | 1767 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1735 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
