1993 Kia Capital vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 189 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 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Capital | Outback |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
