1993 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 834 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Capital | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
