2012 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Kia | Luxgen |
| Model | Soul | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
