1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tracker | Soul |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
