1993 Kia Capital vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Capital | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
