2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 201 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
