2012 Kia Soul vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2012 Kia Soul and 2012 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Kia Soul | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Kia | Jaguar |
Model | Soul | XF |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |