2012 Kia Soul vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2012 Kia Soul and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Soul | Viano |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
