2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 504 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Soul |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |