1995 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 993 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
