1995 Ford Royale vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Royale | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Royale | Soul |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |