2005 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Magna | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |