1998 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Galant | Soul |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
