1999 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 314 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda CR-V 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:
| 1999 Honda CR-V | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Soul |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
