2012 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 479 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Soul | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Soul | Orlando |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |