1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna 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:
1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Magna | Soul |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |