1999 Honda City vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | City | Soul |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |