1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Soul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
