2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Idea | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1150 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
