1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Aerostar 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 1993 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Capital |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
