2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 186 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |