1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 514 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | MK VIII | Soul |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |