2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 121 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Soul |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1381 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |