1993 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 2010 Kia Soul 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. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | Soul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
