1995 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 684 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Soul |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |