2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 229 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Outlander | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
