2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia SOUL has manual transmission. 2013 Kia SOUL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Outlander | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
