2012 Kia Soul vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Soul | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Soul | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
