2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Passat | SOUL |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |