2012 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 97 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Soul | Splash |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
