2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 5 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 399 kg more than 2012 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
