2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | TE-50 | Soul |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |