1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 944 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 944 | Soul |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |