1993 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 629 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Bandeirante | Soul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
