2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 726 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Montero (302 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Montero | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |
