2012 Kia Soul vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Soul | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Soul | GT |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |