2012 Kia Soul vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1082 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 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Soul | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
