2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C-Airdream | Soul |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
