1999 Volkswagen Gol vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Gol | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Gol | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
