1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 329 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.
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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Soul |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
