2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Eclipse | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 48 L |
