2008 Subaru Justy vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia SOUL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy.
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2008 Subaru Justy | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Justy | SOUL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |