1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 372 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti J30 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | J30 | Soul |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |