2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Raider | Soul |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |