1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Capital |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
