2012 Peugeot 308 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 308 and 2012 Kia Soul were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Peugeot 308 and 2012 Kia Soul are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 308 (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul.
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. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 308 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 308 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 308 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
