2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 810 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | 4Runner | Soul |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 48 L |