2013 Kia RIO vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, both 2013 Kia RIO and 2013 Kia SOUL were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2013 Kia RIO and 2013 Kia SOUL are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 136 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia SOUL has manual transmission. 2013 Kia SOUL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Kia RIO | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | RIO | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| 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 | 136 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4045 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
