1993 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 12 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capital | A |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
