1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 11 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
