2011 Kia Soul vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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 Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Soul | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Soul | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
