2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
