1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
