2010 Kia Soul vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 324 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.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Soul | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
