2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Magna | Soul |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
