2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Captiva (288 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Soul |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
