2011 Kia Soul vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Soul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Soul would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Soul | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Soul | NV |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
