1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Soul

To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang 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:

1996 Ford Mustang 2011 Kia Soul
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Soul
Year Released 1996 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4655 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1547 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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