1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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 (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Soul |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |