2012 Kia Soul vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Soul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Soul would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Soul | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 119 L |
