1993 Kia Capital vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 118 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.
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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 2006 Saturn ION has automatic transmission and 1993 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1993 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn ION will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Capital | ION |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
