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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 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.
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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 | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 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 | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4045 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |