1993 Kia Capital vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Kia | Panoz |
Model | Capital | Esperante |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |