2012 Kia Soul vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 384 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 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Soul | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
